title: Qualitative research sampling: the very real complexities.
abstract: In this article Anthony Tuckett discusses the complexities of qualitative research sampling. He analyses a research experience, together with the rationales for and limitations of qualitative research sampling. Further, he examines the reality of establishing and maintaining a purposeful/theoretical sample and how data saturation symbiotically interacts with constant comparison to guide sampling. Additionally sample limitations are countered. This paper is aimed at novice and experienced researchers in nursing interested in the practical reality of research, who are also mindful of the necessity for rigour.
authors.affiliation: Australian Catholic University - Brisbane, School of Nursing, Queensland, Australia.
authors.forename: Anthony G
authors.initials: AG
authors.lastname: Tuckett
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003625:Data Collection; D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D016294:Models, Nursing; D017146:Models, Organizational; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D009735:Nursing Homes; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research / Q000379:methods* / Q000592:standards; D018579:Patient Selection; D036301:Qualitative Research; D011793:Queensland; D012107:Research Design / Q000592:standards; D012108:Research Personnel / Q000523:psychology; D018401:Sample Size; D012494:Sampling Studies; D015983:Selection Bias; D014342:Truth Disclosure