Non-participant observation: using video tapes to collect data in nursing research
Intended for healthcare professionals
Issues in research Previous     Next

Non-participant observation: using video tapes to collect data in nursing research

Kay Caldwell , Head of Institute of Nursing and Midwifery, Middlesex University UK
Anita Atwal Senior Lecturer, Brunel University, UK

Observation is a highly valued and effective research method, as well as being an essential part of nursing practice. The authors explore the way in which nonparticipant observation as a research method might be enhanced by the use of video recording. The utility, ethical considerations and constraints of video recording as a data collection tool are discussed, with examples from a research study. The authors argue that the use of videos can enhance the credibility of non-participant observation studies through the minimisation of selectivity and bias and the opportunity to employ more rigorous strategies for ensuring reliability

Nurse Researcher. 13, 2, 42-54. doi: 10.7748/nr.13.2.42.s6

Want to read more?

RCNi-Plus
Already have access? Log in

or

3-month trial offer for £5.25/month

Subscribe today and save 50% on your first three months
RCNi Plus users have full access to the following benefits:
  • Unlimited access to all 10 RCNi Journals
  • RCNi Learning featuring over 175 modules to easily earn CPD time
  • NMC-compliant RCNi Revalidation Portfolio to stay on track with your progress
  • Personalised newsletters tailored to your interests
  • A customisable dashboard with over 200 topics
Subscribe

Alternatively, you can purchase access to this article for the next seven days. Buy now


Are you a student? Our student subscription has content especially for you.
Find out more