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Learn how to understand and apply nursing research to everyday practice with LoBiondo-Wood & Haber’s Nursing Research: Methods and Critical Appraisal for Evidence-Based Practice, 11th Edition. Written by an all-star team of educators and research experts, this book features well-balanced coverage of both qualitative and quantitative research methods, as well as the evidenced-based practice (EBP) process. Its easy-to-read, easy-to-understand approach has made this book a four-time recipient of the American Journal of Nursing Book-of-the-Year award and a reader favorite for more than 40 years! This new edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect the most current practices in nursing research and EBP. New examples using recent clinical studies are included throughout each chapter, and new Research Vignettes showcase the work of leaders in the field of nursing research and EBP. LoBiondo-Wood & Haber’s Nursing Research, 11th Edition, is a must-have resource for appraising and using nursing research and quality improvement studies! NEW! Updated content reflects the most current methods in nursing research and evidence-based practice NEW! Research examples using recent clinical studies are included throughout each chapter NEW! Engaging Research Vignettes showcase the work of leaders in the fields of nursing research and evidence-based practice (EBP) Expanded coverage of statistics makes a separate statistics textbook unnecessary Streamlined and refocused coverage of ethics in the introductory section of the text helps set the stage for the remainder of the chapters Innovative approach aligns with the AACN Essentials Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education (2021) evidence-based practice concept Cutting-edge content on quality improvement highlights how to integrate quality improvement into clinical practice Balanced coverage explores both the nursing research process (including both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies) and the EBP process User-friendly writing style and engaging learning aids include full-text Research Examples, Helpful Hints, EBP Tips, IPE Highlights, and Clinical Judgment Challenges Chapter-specific Critical Appraisal Criteria guides you through evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of research and quality improvement studies ""All-star"" team of contributors leverages diverse expertise in nursing research, quality improvement, and EBP NEW! Free downloadable Study Guide Worksheets (1 per chapter) provide additional support and practice in learning and applying nursing research and EBP content. No need to buy a separate study guide! NEW! Expanded statistics content in Chapter 16 (Data Analysis: Descriptive and Inferential Statistics) includes additional content on common statistical tests (e.g., correlation, t-test, regression, chi square) to minimize the need for a separate statistics textbook or workbook NEW! Research examples updated throughout to reflect the latest applicable high-quality literature

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Author:   Geri LoBiondo-Wood (Professor Emerita, University of Texas Health Science Center Cizik School of Nursing, Houston, TX, USA) ,  Judith Haber (Professor Emerita, NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, New York University, New York, NY, USA)
Publisher:   Elsevier Health Sciences
Imprint:   Churchill Livingstone
Edition:   11th edition
Weight:   0.760kg
ISBN:  

9780443246180

ISBN 10:   0443246181
Pages:   544
Publication Date:   16 September 2025
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

PART I. OVERVIEW OF RESEARCH AND EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE Research Vignette 1. Integrating Research, Evidence-Based Practice, and Quality Improvement Processes 2. Research Questions, Hypotheses, and Clinical Questions 3. Gathering and Appraising the Literature 4. Theoretical Frameworks for Research PART II. PROCESSES AND EVIDENCE RELATED TO QUALITATIVE RESEARCH Research Vignette 5. Introduction to Qualitative Research 6. Qualitative Approaches to Research 7. Appraising Qualitative Research PART III. PROCESSES AND EVIDENCE RELATED TO QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH Research Vignette 8. Introduction to Quantitative Research 9. Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Designs 10. Nonexperimental Designs 11. Systematic Reviews and Clinical Practice Guidelines 12. Sampling 13. Legal and Ethical Issues 14. Data Collection Methods 15. Reliability and Validity 16. Data Analysis: Descriptive and Inferential Statistics 17. Understanding Research Findings 18. Appraising Quantitative Research PART IV. APPLICATION OF RESEARCH: EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE Research Vignette 19. Strategies and Tools for Developing an Evidence-Based Practice 20. Developing an Evidence-Based Practice 21. Quality Improvement Appendices Index

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Professor Emerita, University of Texas Health Science Center Cizik School of Nursing, Houston, Texas. Professor Emerita, NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, New York University, New York, New York.

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