title: Using qualitative research methods in nursing.
abstract: This paper explores the problems and dilemmas encountered while conducting a longitudinal qualitative research study in the clinical nursing environment and highlights strategies that helped to overcome the difficulties of using observations and interview techniques. The author concludes that research within practice is essential to ensure successful implementation.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Marrow
mesh_terms: D015400:Clinical Nursing Research / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007407:Interviews as Topic; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research / Q000379:methods*; D013338:Students, Nursing / Q000523:psychology