Why would a nurse researcher consider using a mixed-method design for a study?
1. It is a simpler method of research.
2. Mixed research methodology is the only practical approach for nursing research.
3. Many nursing studies use mixed methodology so comparison to previous studies is easier.
4. The questions asked by nurse researchers are often complex.
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Rationale 1: Mixed research methodology is more complex than using an individual methodology.
Rationale 2: Both qualitative and quantitative methodologies are practical for use in nursing research, depending upon the research question. In some cases, mixed methodology is the most practical.
Rationale 3: Mixed methodology research is fairly new in nursing, so there is not a greater number of existing studies.
Rationale 4: Because the questions asked by nurse researchers are so complex, a single research method is often not sufficient. Using mixed methodology helps to study these complex questions.
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