8.4.3 Qualitative Research Methods

• What is the primary focus of qualitative research methods?

  Understanding behaviors and attitudes
• Key types of qualitative research methods include interviews, focus groups, and observations
• Qualitative research methods are used to explore complex concepts and individual experiences.
• Order the steps of conducting a semi-structured interview:

  1️⃣ Prepare interview questions

  2️⃣ Conduct the interview

  3️⃣ Transcribe the data

  4️⃣ Analyze the responses
• What is the typical sample size for qualitative research methods?

  Smaller
• Qualitative research methods use numeric data to understand behaviors and attitudes.

  False
• Qualitative research methods aim to provide rich, contextual insights
• Qualitative data includes text, images, and audio.
• What is a key limitation of qualitative research methods regarding data interpretation?

  Subjectivity
• Data collection and analysis in qualitative research is quick and cost-effective.

  False
• Qualitative Research Methods and Quantitative Research Methods differ in several key aspects
• Qualitative research uses numeric data, while quantitative research uses non-numeric data.

  False
• Match the research method with its description:

  Interviews ↔️ In-depth conversations with individuals

  Focus Groups ↔️ Facilitated discussions among small groups

  Observations ↔️ Watching behaviors in natural settings
• Qualitative research typically uses a smaller sample
• Qualitative Research Methods use non-numeric data
• One purpose of qualitative research is to measure and quantify variables.

  False
• What is an example of a qualitative research study mentioned in the material?

  Chronic pain management interviews
• Qualitative research focuses on understanding experiences and perspectives.
• Interviews in qualitative research aim to explore personal experiences.
• What is a limitation of qualitative research due to its subjective nature?

  Bias in data interpretation
• Order the key differences between qualitative and quantitative research methods:

  1️⃣ Data Type: Non-numeric vs. Numeric

  2️⃣ Focus: Understanding experiences vs. Measuring variables

  3️⃣ Methods: Interviews vs. Surveys

  4️⃣ Sample Size: Smaller vs. Larger
• What is the primary goal of informed consent in qualitative research?

  Protect participant autonomy
• Confidentiality in qualitative research ensures participants' identities and responses are protected from public disclosure.