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Research is a systematic and scientific process aimed at discovering new knowledge through careful examination of facts and their relationships. In nursing, research is essential for improving education, practices, and resource utilization, while also providing a foundation for evidence-based practice. Good research is characterized by a structured approach, clear objectives, and the use of valid methodologies to solve problems and expand professional knowledge.

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Introduction

Research is a systematic and scientific process aimed at discovering new knowledge through careful examination of facts and their relationships. In nursing, research is essential for improving education, practices, and resource utilization, while also providing a foundation for evidence-based practice. Good research is characterized by a structured approach, clear objectives, and the use of valid methodologies to solve problems and expand professional knowledge.

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UNIT – I

INTRODUCTION
Introduction
The word research is composed of two words ‘Re’ and
‘Search’. Re means once again, a new, a fresh. Search
means to look for something or examine closely,
closely, to look for information.
• Therefore research means close and careful examination
of facts and their relationships to discover new
knowledge
DEFINITION
 Research is defined as a systemic and scientific process
to answer to questions about facts and relationship
between facts. It is an activity involved in seeking
answer to unanswered question
 Research is defined as a systemic inquiry that uses
disciplined methods to answer questions or solve
problems. The ultimate goal of research is to develop,
define, refine and expand a body of knowledge for a
discipline.
NURSING RESEARCH
DEFINITIONS
 It is a way to identify new knowledge, Improve
Professional education and practices and use of resources
effectively. •
International Council of Nurses
 Nursing research is a systematic collection and analysis of
data to illuminate and describe or explain new facts and
relationships.
(Treece & Treece - 2008)
NEED & PURPOSE OF RESEARCH
 Develop, Refine & Extend the scientific base of
knowledge which is required for quality nursing care,
education and administration
 Enhance the body of professional knowledge in
Nursing.
 Provide foundation for Evidence based Nursing practice
 Help in expansion of knowledge, which is essential for
continued growth of nursing profession.
 Refine and Eliminate old knowledge so
that it helps in elimination of nursing
actions that have no effect on
achievement of desired client outcomes.
 Develop & refine nursing theories and
principles
 Solve the problem or answer questions
related to Nursing Practice, Nursing
Education and Nursing Administration.
CHARACTERISTICS OF GOOD
RESEARCH
 Orderly and Systemic process
 Based on current professional issues
 Begin with clearly defined purposes
 Emphasize to Develop, Refine And Expand
professional knowledge
 Directed towards development or testing
theories
 Finding solution of a problem
 Dedicated to develop empirical evidence
 Strive to collect first-hand information/ data
 An objective and logical process
 Use of appropriate methodology
 Conducted on representative sample
 Use of valid and reliable data collection tool
 Carefully recorded and reported
 Adequately and appropriately analysed research
 Patiently carried out activity
 Researcher’s expertise, interest, motivation & Courage
 Adequately communicated

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