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This study demonstrates the Developmental Research Sequence (DRS) as a rigorous qualitative method for exploring expatriate nurse experiences in primary healthcare. It highlights how DRS uncovers cultural values influencing nursing practices in developing countries.

Area of Science:

Nursing Research
Qualitative Methodology
Anthropology

Background:

Expatriate nurses in developing countries face unique practice challenges.
Understanding their experiences and influencing values is crucial for effective primary healthcare.
Existing qualitative methods may lack the systematic rigor needed for in-depth cultural analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

To demonstrate the Developmental Research Sequence (DRS) as a robust research method.
To explore the shared experiences of expatriate nurses in primary healthcare settings.
To identify the cultural values that shape their professional practices.

Main Methods:

Utilized Spradley's Developmental Research Sequence (DRS) for data collection and analysis.
Employed an ethnoscientific approach, including ethnosemantic analysis.

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Focused on understanding the reality of expatriate nurses' experiences through their language and cultural context.

Main Results:

The Developmental Research Sequence (DRS) provides an explicit, systematic, and rigorous qualitative approach.
The method facilitated the identification of common experiences and underlying cultural values of expatriate nurses.
DRS proved effective in analyzing how cultural similarities and differences influence knowledge and behavior.

Conclusions:

The Developmental Research Sequence (DRS) is a valuable and systematic method for qualitative research in nursing.
This approach offers deep insights into the cultural influences on healthcare practices.
Sharing experiences with DRS can enhance its adoption and application in diverse research contexts.