All nurses, students and practitioners must now ensure that their practice is research-based - that is, that activities are grounded in and responsive to research findings. To do this nurses must become research aware - able to read and interpret research findings and apply them to practice. Some nurses will become involved in doing research, but the vast majority will be expected to apply research in practice. Nurses need to be confident with research and its teminology, and to become research-minded. This title will help nurses understand what research is, the methods, and how to apply it in practice. Its function is not to explain how to undertake research, but to demystify research and help nurses to become research-minded and appreciate their skills in this area. Features: * Helps students pre- and post-registration to understand the concept and application of research * Helps practitioners meet their continuing education requirements by helping them get to grips with research * Interactive nature of the text encourages in-depth learning and adds value to the books educational worth * Teachers will find the book useful in relaying the concept of research to students * The author is a respected name in the field of research. Her name carries weight with pure researchers and her practical experience ensures the book is a well-developed and sound reference