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The experiment: is it worthwhile?

J Wilson-Barnett1

  • 1Department of Nursing Studies, King's College, London, U.K.

International Journal of Nursing Studies
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
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Nursing research is shifting towards qualitative and participative studies, moving away from traditional medical experiments. This paper examines criticisms of positivist approaches and their future role in nursing knowledge development.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Research
  • Qualitative Research
  • Philosophy of Science

Background:

  • Social and educational research advancements have influenced nursing inquiry.
  • Humanistic nursing philosophies promote diverse research methodologies.
  • A shift away from traditional medical research and experimental designs is evident in nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the reasons behind the shift towards qualitative and participative nursing research.
  • To examine criticisms leveled against the positivist school of thought in nursing.
  • To assess the continued relevance of deductive experimental approaches in building nursing knowledge.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and critical analysis of research paradigms.
  • Examination of philosophical underpinnings of nursing inquiry.

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  • Comparative analysis of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies in nursing.

    • Main Results:

    • The evolution of nursing research reflects broader academic and philosophical trends.
    • Positivist methodologies face criticism for potentially limiting the scope of nursing knowledge.
    • Participative and qualitative approaches are increasingly favored for their ability to capture the complexity of nursing practice.

    Conclusions:

    • Nursing knowledge development benefits from diverse methodological approaches.
    • A critical evaluation of research paradigms is essential for advancing the discipline.
    • While positivist approaches may have limitations, their role requires ongoing assessment within the evolving landscape of nursing research.