Rigour in qualitative case-study research

Houghton, Catherine; Casey, Dympna; Shaw, David; Murphy, Kathy

doi:10.7748/nr2013.03.20.4.12.e326

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“…In addition, using 'queries' to check the frequency and source of propositions made from the data ensured the confirmability of findings (Houghton et al 2013b).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…NVivo provided an audit trail, which demonstrated how the data were integrated and analysed together within cases and across cases. Furthermore, query tools ensured that any issue described in the findings could be examined and compared from different sources, types of participant or research site (Houghton et al 2013b).…”

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“…Therefore, by observing and interviewing the same participants, the dissimilarities between what participants said and did could be acknowledged (Mays and Pope 1995). Houghton et al (2013b) stated that when data are gathered from multiple sources, comparisons can be made to establish the degree to which findings can be confirmed. The field notes helped to provide contextual data; they served to support the observations and interviews by enhancing meaning and generating a more holistic and complete account of the phenomenon.…”

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Selection, collection and analysis as sources of evidence in case study research

Houghton¹,

Casey²,

Smyth³

2017

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Background Case study research is a valuable way to explore and describe nursing phenomena in their natural contexts. Multiple sources of evidence are critical in this approach. It is imperative that the strategies for selection, collection and analysis of cases are considered and articulated in the early stages of planning, to avoid having large datasets which cannot be harmonised. AimTo critically examine what is meant by 'multiple sources of evidence' and how they can be used in case study research. Two examples of case study research are used to illustrate the decisions the authors made during the selection, collection and analysis stages of the research. DiscussionThese decisions included what sources would be used, rationales for their use, and how the data would be collected and analysed. In addition, multiple sources of evidence can result in large amounts of data so the use of NVivo to manage the data is described.Conclusion Each source of evidence selected must have a clear purpose and relate to the study's objectives. Clarification of this during the early planning of any research is imperative.Implications for practice The authors hope that the examples provided to illustrate how multiple sources of evidence are used will guide researchers conducting case study research.

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“…In addition, using 'queries' to check the frequency and source of propositions made from the data ensured the confirmability of findings (Houghton et al 2013b).…”

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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confidence: 99%

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Selection, collection and analysis as sources of evidence in case study research

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Smyth³

2017

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“…Follow-up member checking sessions were held with all participants separately to provide them the opportunity to check their responses. According to Houghton et al (2013), researchers can use member checking to ensure accuracy. Member checking is a main component of maintaining quality during qualitative research (Reilly, 2013).…”

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“…Interviews and company documents were the research instruments used to generate research data. According to Houghton et al (2013) [30], researchers can use multiple data sources to increase the quality and accuracy of information and reach saturation. Semistructured interviews were face to face at a convenient time for the participant in a relaxed, quiet, and private setting.…”

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