Hermeneutic inquiry: insights into the process of interviewing

Area of Science:

• Qualitative Research Methods
• Hermeneutic Phenomenology
• Nursing Research

Background:

• Interviews are a key method for gathering lived experience data.
• Hermeneutic inquiry focuses on understanding experiences from the individual's perspective.
• Witnessed resuscitation events are significant and impactful for healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the meaning of witnessed resuscitation from the perspective of emergency department nurses and ambulance staff.
• To provide insights into using research interviews effectively for hermeneutic inquiry.
• To offer practical guidance on conducting high-quality research interviews.

Main Methods:

• Utilized research interviews to gather first-hand accounts.
• Employed hermeneutic inquiry to analyze the meaning of lived experiences.
• Focused on the perspectives of emergency department registered nurses and ambulance staff.
• Detailed practical steps for conducting and enhancing interview quality.

Main Results:

• The study provides insights into the lived experiences of healthcare professionals during resuscitation events.
• It highlights the researcher's decisions and actions to improve interview quality.
• Offers a structured approach to the practicalities of conducting qualitative interviews.

Conclusions:

• Research interviews, guided by hermeneutic inquiry, are valuable for understanding complex healthcare experiences.
• Effective interview techniques are crucial for obtaining rich, meaningful data.
• This approach can enhance the quality of lived experience research in critical care settings.