Mary De Chesnay

Qualitative Designs and Methods in Nursing (Set) Mary De Chesnay

Publisher Marketing: This is the first series to comprehensively address leading qualitative research designs and methods from a nursing perspective, and is a must-have for every research library. These are practical, how-to guides to conducting research using seven different qualitative designs that encompass new and traditional methodologies. Written by Dr. Mary de Chesnay, a noted qualitative research scholar, and contributing specialists in each of the qualitative methods, each of the seven books discusses the theoretical rationale for using a particular design, describes its components, and delineates a practical plan to conduct studies. Utilizing a practical, problem-solving approach, the books delineate appropriate methods, ethical considerations, critical issues, and potential pitfalls. Examples of published qualitative nursing research worldwide, along with author commentary, support the new researcher in making decisions and facing challenges. Case studies follow a template that includes a description of the study, data collection and analysis, and dissemination. Also included are techniques whereby researchers can ensure high standards of rigor, and an extensive bibliography and list of resources. The book's practical point of view is geared to help novice researchers and specialists alike develop or expand their competencies, engage graduate faculty and students, and aid nursing research staff in larger hospitals and other healthcare institutions, as well as in-service educators and students. Key Features of this One-of-a-Kind Resource Library: Focuses on practical problem solving Reviews the philosophical basis for each qualitative design Disseminates the most current references in each design Provides a plan to conduct studies using the design and discusses appropriate methods, ethical considerations, and potential challenges Showcases the research of international scholars Is peer reviewed by design and method experts

Contributor Bio:  de Chesnay, Mary Mary de Chesnay, DNA, RN, PMHCNS-BC, FAAN, is Professor and immediate past-director, WellStar School of Nursing, Kennesaw State University, Georgia, as well as a licensed psychotherapist and a nurse-anthropologist researcher. Dr. de Chesnay has specialized in child sexual abuse and victims of trafficking in her private psychotherapy practice (active practice since 1973), has developed culturally based interventions, and has taught content about vulnerable populations for many years. The third edition of Dr.de Chesney's book, "Caring for the Vulnerable, " was just published in 2012 and she has authored six book chapters and 19 journal articles. She is PI or co-PI on numerous grants and has served as consultant, on research, academic, continuing education, and law enforcement projects. Recently, Dr. de Chesnay was invited to serve on the Georgia State Governor's Task Force called CSEC-Commercial Sex Exploitation of Children. She has presented widely (nationally and internationally) in nursing and anthropology, and has published on incest and sex tourism and about applying various qualitative approaches to clinical research. She has been invited Keynote Speaker at numerous conferences including STT and ISPN