Essentials of Nursing Research: South Asian Edition

This South Asian Edition of Essentials of Nursing Research is based on the 10th edition, providing students with the latest clinical insights and approaches to research in nursing practice. The textbook incorporates recent research, ethical developments, and laws related to ethics, making it an invaluable resource for nursing students.

Key Features:

• Content is organized and updated according to the latest syllabus outlined by the Indian Nursing Council.
• Real-life examples from Asian scenarios are included to provide a relatable context for students.
• Simple vocabulary and grammar modifications ensure that the content is accessible to students with no prior knowledge of technical terms.

Updated Chapters:

• Chapter 6: Review of Literature – Discussions on popular databases and reference managers such as Zotero, Mendeley, and EndNote, along with various methods used for review of literature.
• Chapter 11: Sampling Methods – Combines qualitative and quantitative designs into a single chapter for easier understanding.
• Chapter 12: Data Collection – Simplified and streamlined for better comprehension.
• Chapters 13-15: Statistics Methods – Descriptive, inferential, and multivariate statistics methods are explained in a student-friendly format, with graphs and tables to aid understanding.
• Chapter 17: Analysis of Qualitative Data – Simplified with relevant examples and useful learning resources, including critical appraisal tools.
• Chapter 19: Learning from Systematic Reviews – Elaborate content on methodology and review question formation using PICO format, online databases for effective literature search, heterogeneity assessment, model for meta-analysis, critical appraisal tools, and GRADE approach.
• Chapter 20: Dissemination and Communication of Research Findings – Elaborated content on structure and content of research reports, publication process, publication ethics, and research proposal writing.
• Chapter 21: Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) – Detailed aspects of EBP and practice-based evidence are discussed, along with various research utilization models to improve conceptual understanding and application skills.
• Chapter 22: Critical Appraisal of Research Reports – Guidance on critical appraisals of quantitative and qualitative research reports.

Additional Features:

• Chapter Objectives
• Key Terms
• Tips for Students
• Bulleted Summary Points
• Critical Appraisal Guidelines
• Research Examples
• Critical Thinking Exercises

This comprehensive textbook is an essential resource for nursing students, scholars, and researchers, aiming to keep them research-sensitive and ensuring their research activities align with societal needs.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Wolters India Pvt Ltd
• Publication Date: 1 October 2022
• Pages: 564
• ISBN-10: 9390612926
• ISBN-13: 978-9390612925