Abstract

VIVAR, Cristina G.; MCQUEEN, Anne; WHYTE, Dorothy A.  and  CANGA ARMAYOR, Navidad. Getting started with qualitative research: developing a research proposal. Index Enferm [online]. 2013, vol.22, n.4, pp.222-227. ISSN 1699-5988.  https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/S1132-12962013000300007.

The aim of this article is to illustrate in detail important issues that research beginners may have to deal with during the design of a qualitative research proposal in nursing and health care. The authors have developed a 17-step process to describe the development of a qualitative research project. This process can serve as an easy way to start research and to ensure a comprehensive and thorough proposal.

Keywords : Qualitative research; Research proposal; Research process; Process design.