Res724 V7 Qualitative Mock Study Worksheet Part 1 Research

Res724 V7qualitative Mock Study Worksheet Part 1 Research Alignment

This week you will begin to develop your qualitative mock study. For this assignment, you will state the problem and purpose of your study, write a research question(s) and sub-questions (if applicable), and review and analyze your alignment of these components. Complete each section below.

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State the Problem

The problem is that many small healthcare clinics lack effective patient engagement strategies, resulting in decreased patient satisfaction and poor health outcomes. Without proper engagement, patient adherence to treatment plans diminishes, leading to increased readmission rates and higher healthcare costs (Johnson & Smith, 2020).

Purpose of the Study

The purpose of this qualitative exploratory study is to investigate the experiences and perceptions of healthcare providers and patients regarding patient engagement strategies within small clinics in urban settings. The study will focus on clinics located in Chicago, Illinois, aiming to understand the contextual factors influencing engagement practices. The research methodology will involve semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis to explore stakeholders' perspectives.

Research Question

  • How do healthcare providers in small urban clinics perceive and implement patient engagement strategies?
  • What are patients’ experiences and perceptions of engagement with healthcare providers in these clinics?
  • In what ways do contextual factors such as clinic resources and community environment influence patient engagement practices?

Review and Analyze your Alignment

The problem addresses the issue of inadequate patient engagement in small clinics, which leads to adverse health outcomes. The purpose explicitly focuses on exploring perceptions and experiences from both providers and patients within the specific geographic context of Chicago, indicating a qualitative approach suited to capturing in-depth insights. The research questions align with the problem and purpose by seeking to understand the perceptions, experiences, and contextual influences related to patient engagement. The open-ended “how” and “what” questions are appropriate for a qualitative framework, aiming to uncover rich, detailed data that can inform targeted interventions to improve patient engagement practices.

References

  • Johnson, L., & Smith, R. (2020). Patient engagement and healthcare outcomes: A review of strategies in small clinics. Journal of Healthcare Quality, 42(3), 123-130.
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