DNP-830: Examining Research Methodology and Design - Fall 2024

This report provides an in-depth analysis of research methodologies and designs, focusing on three distinct studies related to diabetes management and care. The analysis examines a qualitative study exploring challenges in self-management of type 2 diabetes, a quantitative study assessing dietary management education, and a mixed-method study investigating the effect of self-care education on emotional intelligence and HbA1c levels. The report meticulously compares the methodologies and designs employed in each study, highlighting their respective strengths and weaknesses. It critically evaluates internal and external validity issues associated with each approach, offering insights into potential biases and limitations. Furthermore, the report suggests alternative methodologies or designs that could have enhanced the studies' robustness and generalizability. The conclusion emphasizes the critical importance of selecting appropriate research methods to ensure credible, dependable, transferable, and confirmable results in healthcare research.