1st Edition

Case Study Methodology for Nursing Exploring the Lived Experience of those with Chronic Health Problems

By Donna M. Zucker Copyright 2024
72 Pages
by Routledge

72 Pages
by Routledge

72 Pages
by Routledge

This innovative text introduces and illustrates case study methodology for nursing research by exploring how it can be used to uncover the varied and complex life experiences of persons with chronic illness and post-traumatic stress conditions. Nursing practice demands care and compassion, but often nurses do not have the tools to examine their clients' health and wellness experiences. This... Read more

1. Introduction

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2. Meaning: philosophy and theory

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 3.  Case study methodology

Patricia Bruckenthal

Miki Patterson

4.  Trajectories of health and illness

Sheila Pennell

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 5.  Self-care management

Kimberly Dion

Sonya Lachance

Annette Maruca

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 6.  Stigmatization

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7. Application to clinical problem solving

Kimberly Dion

Sonya Lachance

Annette Maruca

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8.  Current and future nursing directions

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Biography

Donna M. Zucker is a recognized expert in behavioral treatment for stress in incarcerated persons both in the United States and abroad, particularly those with substance-use disorder.  She has developed several stress-reduction labyrinths for students, faculty, and homeless and incarcerated persons, to enhance health and healing.