Research Methods - Definitions - Flashcards in University Nursing

1. Iterative method of content analysis. each category is searched in its entirety in a data set. All instances are compared until no new categories are found. (8, 10)
5. Collective term for records of observation. e.g. interview transcripts, talk, or documentary sources. Typically includes a field diary which provides a record of events during research and researchers feelings. (5, 5)
6. Used to elicit the opinions of a group usually around 6-10 people who have similar experiences. Topics are discussed. (5, 6)
8. Exploration of a research question multi-dimensionally, exhaustively and in its entirety. Preserving the complexity of human behaviour. (8)
9. An iterative process. Repeatedly returning to the source of data to ensure that the understandings are truly coming from the data. Constant process of collecting data, carrying out a preliminary analysis, using that to guide next data collection (9)
10. Standards that should be upheld to guard participants from harm. Ethical considerations should be made at each stage of research and should in include informed consent, voluntary participation and confidentiality. (6)

2. Method of Qualitative data analysis involving 5 key stages: Familiarisation, identifying a thematic framework, indexing, charting, and mapping, interpretation. (9)
3. Include Delphi (expert panel opinion) and nominal group techniques(problem identification, solution generation, and decision making). They provide a way of synthesizing info and dealing with conflicting evidence, aims to determine agreement (9, 7)
4. A systematic process of working with data to understand the research participants experiences. There are several methods that can be used. Aim is to provide an understanding through the researchers interpretation of data. (4, 8)
7. Quality or trustworthiness of a piece of qualitative research. Can refer specifically to the extent to which the findings of a report are understood by the participants. Can also describe all aspects of a study. (11)

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