Theoretical foundations of qualitative and quantitative methods

Discussion 5

The theoretical foundations of qualitative and quantitative methods are very different, but many researchers believe both methods should be used in the research study to increase validity and reliability. What advantages or disadvantages do you see in using both types of methods in a nursing study? Support your answer with current evidence-based literature.

Both qualitative and quanitative research mehods generate valuable knowledge for our practice, however, it is critical to identify which type of evidence provides the best answers

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reference

Miyata, Hiroaki (2009). Reconsidering Evaluation Criteria for Scientific Adequacy in Health Care Research: An Integrative Framework of Quantitative and Qualitative Criteria. International Journal of Qualitative methods. Retrieved from: http://eds.a.ebscohost.com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/eds/…