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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare research methodology
  • Philosophy of science in research

Background:

  • Mixed methods research is prevalent in healthcare.
  • Realist methodology is gaining traction in healthcare research.
  • Pragmatism is the standard philosophical underpinning for mixed methods research, often seen as conflicting with Realism.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the impact of adopting Realist methodology over Pragmatist methodology in mixed methods research.
  • To argue for the advantages of using Realism as a philosophical basis for mixed methods studies.
  • To illustrate the application of Realist methodology in a healthcare mixed methods study.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion paper format.
  • Literature search conducted using Philosophers Index and Google Scholar.
  • Illustrative case study of a mixed methods study on patient handover reports.

Main Results:

  • Realist methodology can serve as a viable philosophical underpinning for mixed methods research.
  • Adopting Realism offers distinct advantages compared to Pragmatism in mixed methods research.
  • The paper demonstrates how Realism influences the design of mixed methods studies.

Conclusions:

  • Mixed methods researchers should consider Realist methodology.
  • Integrating pragmatic insights on inquiry endpoints can complement Realism.
  • Realism presents a plausible and advantageous alternative methodology for mixed methods research.