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Nursing's search for scientific knowledge.

J S Brown, C A Tanner, K P Padrick

    Nursing Research
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Nursing research has significantly advanced over three decades, becoming more clinical, theoretical, and methodologically sound. However, challenges remain in conceptualization and building a cumulative body of scientific knowledge.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Research
    • Health Sciences
    • Scientific Inquiry

    Background:

    • Nursing research has evolved over the past three decades.
    • Understanding trends in nursing research is crucial for advancing the field.
    • Historical analysis provides insights into research development.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the characteristics and trends of nursing research over a 30-year period.
    • To identify changes in the focus, theoretical orientation, and methodology of nursing studies.
    • To provide a basis for future research directions in nursing.

    Main Methods:

    • A content analysis of 137 substantive studies from four nursing research journals.
    • Data collected from studies published in 1952-53, 1960, 1970, and 1980.

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  • Quantitative and qualitative assessment of research focus, theory, and methods.

    • Main Results:

    • A substantial increase in the volume of nursing research was observed.
    • Research became increasingly focused on clinical practice and theoretical underpinnings.
    • Methodological sophistication and soundness of nursing studies improved significantly.
    • Limitations included insufficient conceptualization and a lack of cumulative science development.

    Conclusions:

    • Nursing research has matured considerably in quantity, clinical relevance, theoretical basis, and methodological rigor.
    • Future research should address conceptual clarity and foster a more cumulative scientific approach.
    • The findings offer valuable insights for researchers and policymakers in nursing.