Journal•ISSN: 0029-6570
Nursing Standard
Royal College of Nursing
About: Nursing Standard is an academic journal published by Royal College of Nursing. The journal publishes majorly in the area(s): MEDLINE & Health care. It has an ISSN identifier of 0029-6570. Over the lifetime, 13051 publications have been published receiving 101850 citations.
Topics: MEDLINE, Health care, Nurse education, Nursing care, Mental health
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TL;DR: The term 'pilot studies' refers to mini versions of a full-scale study, as well as the specific pre-testing of a particular research instrument such as a questionnaire or interview schedule.
Abstract: The term 'pilot studies' refers to mini versions of a full-scale study (also called 'feasibility' studies), as well as the specific pre-testing of a particular research instrument such as a questionnaire or interview schedule. Pilot studies are a crucial element of a good study design. Conducting a pilot study does not guarantee success in the main study, but it does increase the likelihood of success. Pilot studies fulfill a range of important functions and can provide valuable insights for other researchers. There is a need for more discussion among researchers of both the process and outcomes of pilot studies.
1,434 citations
TL;DR: The considerable importance of nurses in promoting a healthier population is emphasized and how this concept was developed in Wales is looked at.
Abstract: Richard Parish, Colin Powell and Etty Wilkes emphasise the considerable importance of nurses in promoting a healthier population and look at how this concept was developed in Wales.
1,198 citations
TL;DR: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is an excess of fat in the liver that is not the result of excessive alcohol consumption or other secondary causes, such as hepatitis C.
Abstract: Essential facts Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is an excess of fat in the liver that is not the result of excessive alcohol consumption or other secondary causes, such as hepatitis C. According to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, fatty liver - steatosis - affects between 20% and 30% of the population and its prevalence is increasing.
1,029 citations
TL;DR: The authors examines reliability and validity as ways to demonstrate the rigour and trustworthiness of quantitative and qualitative research, and discusses the basic principles of reliability for readers who are new to research.
Abstract: This article examines reliability and validity as ways to demonstrate the rigour and trustworthiness of quantitative and qualitative research. The authors discuss the basic principles of reliability and validity for readers who are new to research.
647 citations