title: Using survey data to assist theoretical sampling in grounded theory research.
abstract: Grounded theory methods can help to generate a theoretical explanation of social processes in specific contexts. This paper discusses theoretical sampling to guide interview participant selection and reflects on the practical application of this procedure to outline the value and limitations of using survey data in this way.
authors.affiliation: Department of Acute Nursing, School of Health, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK.
authors.forename: Kay
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Currie
mesh_terms: D008962:Models, Theoretical; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires