title: Data collection using a palm-top computer.
abstract: Palm-top computers can be ideal for collecting nursing research data in the ward or community. The hand-held computer has several programs and special features that could be useful to the nurse researcher. The palm-top's limitations, as well as its advantages, must be considered in the light of the particular research project planned.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Burnard
mesh_terms: D003625:Data Collection / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008838:Microcomputers; D015399:Nursing Research / Q000379:methods*