Holloway, Immy.

A-Z of qualitative research in healthcare. - 2nd ed. - Ames, Iowa : Wiley-Blackwell, 2008. - x, 256 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references.

The A-Z of qualitative Research in healthcare is highly accessible text that provide healthcare researchers with quick access to the descriptions and explanations of the concepts, methods and processes used in qualitative research. The introduction offers an overview of the use of qualitative research in healthcare. The main section of text is a comprehensive list of the terms and concepts used in qualitative research with a description and explanation for each entry. The section is ordered alphabetically for quick and easy access to the information and cross references are included within the descriptions to enable readers to follow a particular line of enquiry. The second edition has been fully revised and updated and is now clearly focused on qualitative research as it applies to the healthcare sector, In addition each entry now includes a list of key texts to encourage readers to take their research further.


9781405161213




Medical care
Human services
Qualitative research
Research





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