Practical problems of doing research across different cultures: experiences from the RACHEL study.
For many nurses the thought of conducting a research study, even one based in one centre, is daunting but coordinating a multi-centred study across different countries with different cultures can seem overwhelming. Some of the practical problems of doing research across different cultures are predictable and can be planned for, while others may surface as the study is started and need to be reacted to as they happen. Clear lines of communication are therefore essential. This article discusses some of the issues and problems that can occur using examples from a large multi-national nursing study by the RACHEL group.
Jones
Christina
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ICU, Whiston Hospital, Prescot and School of Clinical Science, University of Liverpool, UK.
D003142:Communication; D003422:Critical Care; D003431:Cross-Cultural Comparison; D003469:Culture; D005060:Europe; D006801:Humans; D008499:Medical Records; D015399:Nursing Research / Q000458:organization & administration; D016032:Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic