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Writing a qualitative research report.

Philip Burnard1

  • 1School of Nursing and Midwifery Studies, University of Wales College of Medicine, Heath Park, Cardiff, UK. burnard@cardiff.ac.uk

Nurse Education Today
|March 30, 2004
PubMed
Summary

This guide provides a structured format for writing qualitative nursing research reports for publication. It details essential sections and offers examples to assist both novice and experienced researchers in disseminating their findings effectively.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Research
  • Qualitative Research Methodology

Background:

  • Publication is crucial for completing nursing research projects.
  • Effective reporting of qualitative findings is essential for knowledge dissemination.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive format for writing qualitative research reports for publication.
  • To assist novice researchers in structuring their reports and experienced researchers in refining their practices.

Main Methods:

  • The paper outlines a suggested structure for qualitative research reports.
  • Key sections include introduction, aims, literature review, sample, data collection, data analysis, findings, discussion, conclusion, and abstract.
  • Written examples and alternative approaches are provided for each section.

Main Results:

  • A clear, section-by-section format for qualitative research reports is presented.
  • The paper offers practical examples to guide authors through the writing process.
  • Guidance is provided for structuring all essential components of a research publication.

Conclusions:

  • Adhering to a structured format enhances the clarity and impact of published qualitative nursing research.
  • The proposed format serves as a valuable tool for researchers aiming to publish their work.
  • This resource supports the completion and dissemination of nursing research findings.

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