11: Qualitative research

Question 1

What is qualitative research?

Answer 1

Research which gets you non-numerical data

Question 2

What is inductive logic?

Answer 2

Looking at events and building a theory based off what’s happened

Question 3

What is deductive logic?

Answer 3

Looking at events using a theory you already have

Question 4

What are some ethical considerations when carrying out qualitative research?

Answer 4

(Informed) consent

Is research worthwhile

Is participation voluntary / coerced

Confidentislity and anonymity

Avoid adverse outcomes

Question 5

Which type of sampling is used in

a) quantitative
b) qualitative research?

Answer 5

a) Random
b) Non-random (since you’re seeking out particular patients with particular experiences, deductive)

Question 6

How big are the cohorts in qualitative research compared to quantitative research?

Answer 6

Smaller

Question 7

By which methods can people be asked about their experiences in qualitative research?

Answer 7

Interview

Focus group

Questionnaire

Question 8

Apart from being asked about their experiences, how else may qualitative analysis be carried out?

Answer 8

Observing them