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Grounded theory in nursing research: Part 3--Application.

Terence V McCann1, Eileen Clark

  • 1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Victoria University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Nurse Researcher
|January 8, 2004
PubMed
Summary

This study demonstrates applying grounded theory methodology in nursing research. It uses a community mental health nursing study on promoting wellness in early psychosis clients as a practical example.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Research
  • Qualitative Methodology
  • Grounded Theory

Background:

  • Grounded theory methodology is a significant qualitative approach.
  • Previous articles in this series examined grounded theory's characteristics and critiqued its approaches.
  • Application of grounded theory in nursing research requires clear illustration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To illustrate the practical application of grounded theory in nursing research.
  • To provide a methodological example for researchers in the field.
  • To showcase how grounded theory can be used to study complex health phenomena.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizes a grounded theory approach for data analysis and theory development.
  • Employs an Australian study on community mental health nurses promoting wellness in early psychosis as a case example.
  • Builds upon previous discussions of grounded theory characteristics and critiques.

Main Results:

  • Demonstrates a step-by-step application of grounded theory in a real-world nursing study.
  • Provides insights into how community mental health nurses promote wellness.
  • Highlights the utility of grounded theory for understanding client experiences in early psychosis.

Conclusions:

  • Grounded theory is a viable and effective methodology for nursing research.
  • The presented case study offers a practical model for applying grounded theory.
  • This series provides a comprehensive overview of grounded theory for nursing scholars.

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