Get to grips with all aspects of research that you need to succeed in your nursing degree. Learn why research is so important to nursing, develop your knowledge of key methods and terminology and build your confidence in applying research principles to your nursing practice.

Key features
• Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards, showing how research relates to the requirements of a registered nurse
• Includes new case studies drawn from real life research and expanded discussions of research ethics and participant support 
• Uses straightforward language and a step-by-step approach to introduce you to key concepts and guide you through all aspects of the research process
• Filled with activities and case studies to help you apply research principles and methods to your studies and real-world practice

Peter Ellis is an independent nursing and health and social care writer and consultant, and CEO of Intelligent Care Software. He is also an Expert Witness for nursing and social care. Peter was most recently a Registered Manager and Nursing Director in the Hospice and social care settings. Prior to this, he was a senior lecturer and programme director at Canterbury Christ Church University where he taught understanding research, among other topics, to undergraduate and postgraduate nursing students. Peter is also an Honorary Senior Research Fellow of Canterbury Christ Church University and has a special interest, including ongoing research, in palliative and end-of-life care