Realist research in nursing: an introduction to seeing beyond 'what works'.
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Authors
Howe, Jo
Harrison, Mary
Fitzgerald, Ita
Clibbens, Nicola
Issue Date
2025-06-19
Type
Journal Article
Language
en
Keywords
Evidence-Based Nursing , Nursing Methodology Research , Nursing Research , Realist Research
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Abstract
This article is the first in a series exploring realist research, a methodological approach well suited to the complexity of nursing practice. Unlike traditional approaches such as randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and systematic reviews, which focus on whether interventions work, realist research examines how and why interventions work when implemented in specific groups; reflecting the individualised care nurses provide. By introducing the key concepts of realist research, this article highlights its relevance to nursing and lays the groundwork for using realist research to drive meaningful improvements in healthcare.
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Citation
Howe, J., Harrison, M., Fitzgerald, I., & Clibbens, N. (2025). Realist research in nursing: an introduction to seeing beyond 'what works'. Evidence-based nursing, 28(3), 134–136. https://doi.org/10.1136/ebnurs-2025-104288
Publisher
License
Journal
Evidence-based nursing
Volume
28
Issue
3
PubMed ID
ISSN
1468-9618