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Exploring caring using narrative methodology: an analysis of the approach.

T V McCance1, H P McKenna, J R Boore

  • 1Research & Development Office for the HPSS, Belfast, UK. tmccance@rdo.n-i.nhs.uk

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|March 17, 2001
PubMed
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Exploring caring in nursing requires qualitative methods. This paper examines Donald Polkinghorne

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Research
  • Qualitative Methods
  • Philosophy of Science

Background:

  • Caring in nursing is complex and difficult to define, posing challenges for researchers.
  • The nebulous nature of caring and contextual influences complicate its perceived meaning.
  • Qualitative methods are preferred for exploring the concept of caring in nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the application of narrative methods in exploring caring within nursing.
  • To focus specifically on Donald Polkinghorne's approach to narrative inquiry.
  • To examine challenges in collecting and analyzing narrative data in nursing research.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research approaches, particularly narrative methods.
  • Focus on Donald Polkinghorne's specific methodology for narrative analysis.
Keywords:
Empirical ApproachProfessional Patient Relationship

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  • Examination of data collection and analysis issues within this framework.

    • Main Results:

    • Narrative methods offer a valid approach to understanding the patient experience of caring.
    • Donald Polkinghorne's approach provides a structured framework for narrative inquiry.
    • Specific issues related to narrative data collection and analysis are identified.

    Conclusions:

    • Narrative inquiry, especially using Polkinghorne's method, is valuable for explicating nursing care.
    • Addressing methodological complexities is crucial for rigorous narrative research in nursing.
    • Further research is needed to refine narrative approaches for studying caring phenomena.