Title: Essentials of Nursing Research: Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice, Tenth North American Edition
Author: Denise F. Polit, Cheryl Tatano Beck
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer
Description: “Essentials of Nursing Research: Appraising Evidence for Nursing Practice” in its Tenth North American Edition is a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying nursing research in clinical practice. Authored by Denise F. Polit and Cheryl Tatano Beck, this edition from Wolters Kluwer provides a thorough overview of research methods, designs, and analysis techniques relevant to nursing. It covers key topics such as evidence-based practice, quantitative and qualitative research methods, data collection and analysis, ethical considerations, and critiquing research articles. With its clear explanations, real-world examples, and practical insights, the book equips nurses with the knowledge and skills necessary to critically appraise research evidence and integrate it into nursing practice. Whether used by nursing students or practicing nurses, “Essentials of Nursing Research” serves as an invaluable resource for understanding and conducting nursing research to improve patient care outcomes.