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Audit or research--what is the difference?

S J Closs, F M Cheater

Journal of Clinical Nursing

|July 1, 1996

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This study clarifies the distinctions and overlaps between nursing research and audit. Understanding these differences is crucial for nurses to effectively apply both research and audit in their practice.

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Area of Science:

Nursing Practice
Healthcare Quality Improvement

Background:

Nursing involves both research and audit activities.
Clear definitions and understanding of these processes are often lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

To define and differentiate between nursing research and audit.
To explore the attributes and interrelationships of these two processes.

Main Methods:

Comparative analysis of research and audit.
Examination of definitions, purposes, theoretical bases, methods, sampling, use of findings, confidentiality, and time frames.

Main Results:

Identifies commonalities and key differences between research and audit.
Highlights specific areas of comparison including purpose, methodology, and application of results.

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Conclusions:

Distinguishing between research and audit is essential for appropriate application in nursing practice.
Nurses need a clear understanding to effectively utilize both research and audit.