NURSING RESEARCH I

LESSON 3

• Research Process
MYRA Peralta-LOCQUIAO,Ed.D., MAN, RN, RM
EDITHA SABALBORO, MAN
 Research Process

is the examination and analysis of

systematically gathered facts about a
particular problem. The main goal is
to discover or validation of
knowledge.
 General Phases of the Research Process
Phase I – Selecting and Defining the Problem
This phase involves selecting and defining an area of research that provides an
opportunity to advance nursing knowledge. Through review of literature, the researcher
determines the rationale for conducting the study, a justification of the need to
investigate the problem and a theoretical framework according to which the research
results will be interpreted. It clearly states the research problem.
• Clearly state the research problem
• Review of related literature
• Identify pertinent variables ( any factor property that a researcher measures, controls
and manipulate.
• Formulate research questions and hypothesis (tentative prediction about the relationship
of 2 or more variables pertaining population under study)
• Develop a conceptual framework
 General Phases of the Research Process

Phase II – Selecting a research design

In this phase, the researcher designs
the study and plans the methods of
subject selection, testing and
measurement to ensure that all
procedures are clearly defined.
 General Phases of the Research Process
Phase III – Collecting data
This is the phase where the researcher
implements the plans designed in Phase I and
2.
Data collection is usually the most time-
consuming part of the research process.
Present the data and interpret the findings.
 General Phases of the Research Process
Phase IV – Analyzing Data
This involves analyzing, interpreting and making
valid conclusions about the data.
Statistical procedures are applied to summarize to
quantitative data in a meaningful way. During this
phase, the research hypothesis will either be
supported or not supported. Analysis of results leads
to new questions that stimulate further study.
 General Phases of the Research Process
Phase V – Utilizing Research Findings
In this final phase, the researcher gets the opportunity to share
the findings with other colleagues. Research findings which are
not disseminated to other colleagues are of little value of
anyone. Reporting the outcome of a research may be in the
form of journal articles, abstracts, oral presentation and
poster presentations. The research process culminates in
interpreting the findings and communicating with
others any new knowledge gained from the research.
 Problem Solving Nursing Research
Process
1.Problem Identification
1. Data Collection - Conceptualize topic
- curiosity about topic
- brainstorm with peers
- develop conceptual framework
2. Problem definition 2.Methodological development
- identify variables
- Formulate hypothesis
- develop sampling size
- develop instruments needed
validate
- balance validity with reliability
3. Plan 3.Data management
- Setting goals - Collect and organize data
- analyze data
- Identifying solutions - interpret results of the study
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PROBLEM SOLVING, NURSING RESEARCH AND NURSING PROCESS
Nursing Process
1.Assessment phase
- Collect data from various
sources using appropriate
technique.
2. Diagnosis phase
- validate/organize data
- analyze and interpret actual and
and potential health problems
- formulate nursing diagnosis
3. Planning phase
Prioritize health problems
Identify components of care/resources needed
set goals, formulate plan of care
select appropriate nursing actions
set evaluation parameters
update/modify as needed
 Problem Solving Nursing Research Nursing Process
Process

4. Implementation, 4. Disseminate Findings 4.Implementation Phase

- Publish findings -implement plan of care
evaluation and -collaborate with other members
- -review findings
modification - -critique findings
of the health team
-modify plan as needed
5.Evaluation Phase
-compare outcomes of care
-collaborate with other
members of the health team
-terminate/modify/continue
nursing intervention as
needed

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PROBLEM SOLVING, NURSING RESEARCH AND NURSING PROCESS