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Doing a Literature Review in Nursing, Health and Social Care

Doing a Literature Review in Nursing, Health and Social Care

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A guide to completing a literature review in nursing and healthcare studies, with expert advice on selecting and researching a topic, increased focus on Critical Appraisal Tools, and real-world examples presenting best practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 23 December 2020
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd


Completing a literature review in nursing and healthcare studies can be a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it can also be a rewarding experience. This comprehensive guide provides you with straightforward guidance on how to successfully carry out a literature review as part of your research project or dissertation.

The book uses examples and activities to demonstrate how to complete each step correctly, from start to finish, and highlights how to avoid common mistakes. Whether you are a nursing or healthcare student new to literature reviews or someone who needs a refresher on this important topic, this book is perfect for you.

The third edition of this book includes:

Expert advice on selecting and researching a topic: The author provides valuable insights on how to choose a research topic that is relevant to your field and has enough literature available for review.

A chapter outlining the different types of literature review you may come across: The book discusses the various types of literature reviews, such as systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and narrative reviews, and explains their purpose and differences.

Increased focus on Critical Appraisal Tools and how to use them effectively: The author emphasizes the importance of using Critical Appraisal Tools to evaluate the quality and reliability of the research studies included in the literature review. This includes tools such as the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool, the GRADE system, and the AMSTAR tool.

New real-world examples presenting best practice: The book includes new real-world examples that present best practice in completing literature reviews in nursing and healthcare studies. These examples will help you to apply the principles and techniques discussed in the book to your own research project.

Instructions on writing up and presenting the final piece of work: The author provides detailed instructions on how to write up and present the final piece of work, including formatting, referencing, and presenting the literature review in a clear and concise manner.

By following the guidance provided in this book, you will be able to complete a literature review that is comprehensive, well-researched, and of high quality. This will not only enhance your research project but also contribute to the body of knowledge in your field.

So, whether you are a nursing or healthcare student, or an experienced researcher, this book is a must-have for anyone who needs to carry out a literature review in nursing and healthcare studies.

Weight: 344g
Dimension: 299 x 242 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526497512
Edition number: 3 Revised edition

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