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Phenomenographic Approaches in Research About Nursing
Martha M Whitfield1,2, Mike Mimirinis3,4, Danielle Macdonald1
1Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada.
Phenomenography, a qualitative research approach, effectively captures diverse nursing experiences. It explores varied perspectives of nurses and patients, enhancing understanding in complex healthcare settings.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Qualitative Methodology
- Phenomenography
Background:
- Phenomenography identifies variations in individuals' experiences.
- It incorporates diverse voices and perspectives.
- Qualitative research is vital for understanding complex healthcare environments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose phenomenography as a suitable methodology for nursing research.
- To explore the application and benefits of phenomenographic research in nursing.
- To differentiate phenomenography from phenomenology.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of phenomenographic studies in nursing.
- Analysis of phenomenography's core principles.
- Comparison with phenomenology.
Main Results:
- Phenomenography's focus on experiential variation aligns with nursing research needs.
- The approach is relevant for capturing nurses' and patients' experiences.
- Understanding phenomenography's distinctiveness from phenomenology is clarified.
Conclusions:
- Phenomenography offers a valuable framework for nursing research.
- It enhances the depth of understanding regarding healthcare experiences.
- This study contributes to the knowledge base of phenomenographic application in nursing.
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