55^th Annual Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice Conference

Mixed Method Nursing Research

Mixed methods research involves the utilization of qualitative and quantitative data in a single research project. It represents an alternative methodology by, combining qualitative and quantitative research approaches, which enables nurse researchers to explore complex phenomena in detail. Mixed methods research methodologies are progressively applied in nursing research to strengthen the depth and broadness of comprehension of nursing phenomena. There are numerous advantages to using mixed methods. Quantitative data can support qualitative research components by identifying representative patients or outlying cases, while qualitative data can shed light on quantitative segments by assisting with improvement of the conceptual model or instrument.