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Qualitative Methods in Health Care Research
Vishnu Renjith1, Renjulal Yesodharan2, Judith A Noronha3
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons Ireland - Bahrain (RCSI Bahrain), Al Sayh Muharraq Governorate, Bahrain.
International Journal of Preventive Medicine
|June 4, 2021
Summary
Qualitative research offers deep insights into healthcare phenomena that quantitative methods cannot fully explain. It provides a humanistic, person-centered approach to understanding patient experiences and actions in health research.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare research
- Qualitative research methodologies
Background:
- Healthcare research generates evidence for medicine and healthcare.
- Qualitative research is a valuable approach within healthcare research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To inform healthcare professionals about qualitative research.
- To highlight its significance and applicability in healthcare.
Main Methods:
- Exploration of phenomena not explainable by quantitative methods.
- Utilizes various qualitative designs: narrative, phenomenological, grounded theory, ethnographic, historical, and case study.
- Emphasizes richness and depth in healthcare exploration.
Main Results:
- Qualitative methods offer a humanistic and person-centered approach.
- Uncovers thoughts and actions of individuals in health contexts.
- Provides detailed descriptions and explanations of complex healthcare issues.
Conclusions:
- Qualitative research is essential for a comprehensive understanding of healthcare.
- Its person-centered nature enhances the depth of health research findings.
- Applicable across diverse healthcare research designs for robust evidence generation.
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