This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Why is the first prerequisite for appraising qualitative studies an appreciation for the ... (Read 57 times)

bobbie

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 592
Why is the first prerequisite for appraising qualitative studies an appreciation for the philosophical foundation of qualitative research?
 
  a. Understanding the research requires a detailed understanding of each qualitative methodology.
  b. Qualitative research is not based on truth; it takes work for the reader to get past this stumbling block.
  c. There is no common ground among the qualitative methods. Each requires individual study before reading a research report can be attempted.
  d. All qualitative research has slightly different ground rules. Without an understanding of the philosophy of the method, appraisal is unfair.

Question 2

In deciding whether a framework is suited to a study, what is the principal question the reader must answer?
 
  a. Is a conceptual map provided?
  b. Is this the best framework for this study?
  c. Does the framework specify the study variables?
  d. Is this a theory or merely a framework?



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

jointhecircus

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 343
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The first prerequisite for appraising qualitative studies is an appreciation for the philosophical foundation of qualitative research. Qualitative researchers design their studies to be congruent with one of a wide range of philosophies, such as phenomenology, symbolic interactionism, and hermeneutics, each of which espouses slightly different approaches to gaining new knowledge. Although unique, the qualitative philosophies are similar in their view of the uniqueness of the individual and the value of the individual's perspective. Without an appreciation for the philosophical perspective supporting the study being critically appraised, the appraiser may not appropriately apply the standards of rigor consistent with that perspective.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The questions a reader must ask are presented in this order:
1. Is the framework presented with clarity? If a model or conceptual map of the framework is present, is it adequate to explain the phenomenon of concern?
2. Is the framework linked to the research purpose? If not, would another framework fit more logically with the study?
3. Is the framework related to the body of knowledge in nursing and clinical practice?
4. If a proposition or relationship from a theory is to be tested, is the proposition clearly identified and linked to the study hypotheses




bobbie

  • Member
  • Posts: 592
Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Gracias!


robbielu01

  • Member
  • Posts: 336
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

Did you know?

Nearly 31 million adults in America have a total cholesterol level that is more than 240 mg per dL.

Did you know?

People often find it difficult to accept the idea that bacteria can be beneficial and improve health. Lactic acid bacteria are good, and when eaten, these bacteria improve health and increase longevity. These bacteria included in foods such as yogurt.

Did you know?

Nitroglycerin is used to alleviate various heart-related conditions, and it is also the chief component of dynamite (but mixed in a solid clay base to stabilize it).

Did you know?

Patients who have been on total parenteral nutrition for more than a few days may need to have foods gradually reintroduced to give the digestive tract time to start working again.

Did you know?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was originally known as the Communicable Disease Center, which was formed to fight malaria. It was originally headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, since the Southern states faced the worst threat from malaria.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library