Title: Measurement in Nursing and Health Research, 5th Edition
Summary:
Content Overview:
“Measurement in Nursing and Health Research, 5th Edition” provides a comprehensive examination of measurement principles and techniques within the context of nursing and health research. Authored by Carolyn Waltz PhD RN FAAN, Ora Lea Strickland PhD RN FAAN, and one additional contributor, this edition covers essential topics including reliability, validity, sensitivity, specificity, and measurement error. Advanced concepts such as item response theory and structural equation modeling are also explored. Through practical examples, case studies, and application exercises, readers gain a thorough understanding of how to develop, evaluate, and apply measurement instruments effectively in nursing and health research settings. The book emphasizes evidence-based practice and methodological rigor, making it an indispensable resource for researchers, educators, and practitioners in the healthcare field.
Authors:
Carolyn Waltz PhD RN FAAN and Ora Lea Strickland PhD RN FAAN, along with one additional contributor, are esteemed scholars and practitioners in nursing research and measurement methodology. Their expertise in nursing, health research, and measurement theory ensures that “Measurement in Nursing and Health Research, 5th Edition” provides authoritative and relevant content for nursing and health professionals.
Publisher:
“Measurement in Nursing and Health Research, 5th Edition” is published by Springer Publishing Company