Analysing qualitative data using a software package.

Area of Science:

• Nursing and Midwifery Research
• Qualitative Methodologies

Background:

• Growing interest in qualitative research approaches among nurses and midwives since the 1970s.
• Increased clinician engagement with interpretive methodologies.
• Rising need for efficient qualitative data analysis skills.

Purpose of the Study:

• To address the increasing need for efficient qualitative data analysis among nurses and midwives.
• To support clinicians in higher education and practice with interpretive research methods.

Main Methods:

• Analysis of trends in qualitative research adoption.
• Review of educational needs for qualitative data analysis.

Main Results:

• Significant increase in qualitative research interest over decades.
• Higher education enrollment correlates with demand for data analysis skills.

Conclusions:

• Nurses and midwives require enhanced skills in qualitative data analysis.
• Educational programs should prioritize efficient qualitative analysis techniques.