References:
- Nursing Review Guide, 1st Edition, ISBN 978-621-02-2289-0, by Glenn Reyes Luansing
This provides the researcher an overview of the problem under study using prior, previous, or past research findings; studies; and data. It also:
- Provides ideas and techniques in conducting a research study.
- Determines the strengths and weaknesses of a study.
- Provides a simple background, orientation, and current status regarding the problem.
Various literatures may be available for research, but they are generally classified as:
- Conceptual/Non-research Literature: mere narrations of experience, expert’s opinions, thoughts, and theories related to the problem.
- Research Literature: the result of scientific investigations, studies, and actual research done and published along the problem area. It may be found using library/index or computer search.