Includes bibliographical references and index.

What is action research? -- Engaging in action research -- Reviewing literature -- Steps in the action research process: practical considerations -- Gathering data -- Analysis data and generating evidence -- Writing up and publishinh action research.

This is a practical guide to using research for improving practice in healthcare contexts. Taking you through the process step-by-step, the book explains how to tackle each stage of your project - from planning the study and undertaking a literature review, through to gathering and interpreting data and implementing findings.