Realising the potential of Q methodology in nursing research

Lim, Eric; Wynaden, Dianne; Baughman, Frank D.; Heslop, Karen

doi:10.1016/j.colegn.2020.08.004

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“…Typically, all factors with EV of greater than 1.0 are retained for factor interpretation in studies using R‐methodology (Akhtar‐Danesh & Mirza 2017; Watts & Stenner 2012a), or that only EVs that contributed to the gradient before the sharp bend of the scree plot’s slope are retained (Lim et al . 2020). However, factors that are eliminated based on the scree plot analysis can also be retained in Q‐methodology if the researchers considered them to be theoretically or substantively important to the study (Dziopa & Ahern 2011; Lim et al .…”

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“…However, factors that are eliminated based on the scree plot analysis can also be retained in Q‐methodology if the researchers considered them to be theoretically or substantively important to the study (Dziopa & Ahern 2011; Lim et al . 2020).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The research method chosen for this study was Q‐methodology, as it combines both qualitative and quantitative approaches into a single study to statistically examine the subjective elements for example beliefs, attitudes, knowledge, and skills that influence people’s responses in a given situation (Brown 1996; Dennis 1986; Lim et al . 2020; Yang 2016). Q‐methodology was chosen for this study as it enables nurses to share their views of their knowledge and skills of using recovery‐focused care without being unduly influenced by the view of the researchers (McKeown et al .…”

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Using Q‐methodology to explore mental health nurses’ knowledge and skills to use recovery‐focused care to reduce aggression in acute mental health settings

Lim

Wynaden

Heslop

2020

Int J Mental Health Nurs

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When nurses practise recovery‐focused care, they contribute positively to the consumer’s mental health recovery journey and empower the person to be actively engaged in the management of their illness. While using recovery‐focused care is endorsed in mental health policy, many health professionals remain uncertain about its application with consumers who have a risk for aggression during their admission to an acute mental health inpatient setting. This paper reports on Australian research using Q‐methodology that examined the knowledge and skill components of recovery‐focused care that nurses use to reduce the risk for aggression. The data from forty mental health nurses revealed five factors that when implemented as part of routine practice improved the recovery outcomes for consumers with risk of aggression in the acute mental health settings. These factors were as follows: (I) acknowledge the consumers’ experience of hospitalization; (II) reassure consumers who are going through a difficult time; (III) interact to explore the impact of the consumer’s negative lived experiences; (IV) support co‐production to reduce triggers for aggression; and (V) encourage and support consumers to take ownership of their recovery journey. These findings provide nurses with a pragmatic approach to use recovery‐focused care for consumers with risk for aggression and contribute positively to the consumers’ personal recovery.

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Using Q‐methodology to explore mental health nurses’ knowledge and skills to use recovery‐focused care to reduce aggression in acute mental health settings

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Heslop

2020

Int J Mental Health Nurs

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“…Adding Q method to the health professions' repertoire of research and teaching can expand clinical research opportunities, improve customer service, develop researchers' capacity at the beginning of their careers, and enable the adequate understanding of students' attitudes towards clinical practice (Ha, 2015;Lim et al, 2021).…”

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“…Cross (2005) states that Q method is a robust technique to explore individuals' beliefs and experiences in health education and health promotion research. In the field of Health Professions Education, there are examples of studies that employ this method in nursing education (e.g., Ha (2015), Lim, Wynaden, Baughman & Heslop (2021), Petit dit Dariel, Wharrad & Windle (2013)). According to Ha (2015), Q method is a crucial tool to identify, assess and reflect on nursing students' experiences and attitudes towards clinical practice, providing a useful insight to facilitate the development of effective clinical teaching strategies in nursing education.…”

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Q method in research on health professions education and digital technologies: a systematic review

Sampaio

Ferreira

Baldoni

et al. 2021

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Q method, a mixed methods research approach, is used to explore points of view and attitudes towards a specific phenomenon from subjective human perspectives. There has been an increase in the use of digital technologies in education and it has become necessary to investigate the difficulties and facilities of health professionals and students in order to improve the use of such technologies for teaching and learning. We aimed to identify and evaluate studies that employed Q method to investigate the use of digital technologies in Health Professions Education. To achieve this, a systematic review was conducted according to the PRISMA Statement Guidelines. The selection of articles was based on the search strategy (("Q-sort" OR "Q-methodology" OR "Q-technique")) AND (("Teaching") OR ("Learning")). Of the 1,398 articles found, 13 were selected in accordance with the adopted inclusion criteria. The articles successfully applied Q method to health issues, which expands its application possibilities and provides a contribution to mixed methods research. Another contribution is the use of the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool in this type of review. In view of the pressing need for education changes, using mixed methods research, particularly Q method, to investigate teaching culture and practice, can successfully support the renewal of Health Professions Education.

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Exploring nurses' clinical judgment concerning the relative importance of fall risk factors: A mixed method approach using the Q Methodology

Takase,

Kisanuki,

Nakayoshi

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International Journal of Nursing Studies

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Realising the potential of Q methodology in nursing research

Cited by 8 publications

References 38 publications

Using Q‐methodology to explore mental health nurses’ knowledge and skills to use recovery‐focused care to reduce aggression in acute mental health settings

Using Q‐methodology to explore mental health nurses’ knowledge and skills to use recovery‐focused care to reduce aggression in acute mental health settings

Q method in research on health professions education and digital technologies: a systematic review

Exploring nurses' clinical judgment concerning the relative importance of fall risk factors: A mixed method approach using the Q Methodology

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