From learning how to perform research to mastering the critical appraisal of research reports for use in practice, Polit & Beck's Nursing Research: Generating and Assessing Evidence for Nursing Practice, 12th Edition, emphasizes the critical role of research in today's changing healthcare field and empowers students to confidently utilize research capabilities to improve patient outcomes and enrich their professional careers. AJN award-winning title with the new edition authored by Jane Flanagan and Cheryl Beck detail the latest methodologic innovations that have arisen in nursing, medicine, and the social sciences in their signature user-friendly style, accompanied by the helpful learning features, pedagogy, and clean, approachable design that have made this resource the #1 nursing research textbook. Practical guidance clarifies abstract concepts into realistic strategies for applying research to practice, supported by ample evidence-based examples that reinforce understanding. Updates through the 12th Edition reflect the 2022-2026 NINR Strategic Plan and current AACN Essentials, highlighting the importance of original research in the practice setting, collaboration between PhD prepared nurses and DNP-prepared nurses, systematic reviews of research evidence, and the latest approaches for qualitative data analysis. - UPDATED! New and revised content familiarizes students with current approaches to original research in the practice setting, collaboration between PhD-prepared nurses and DNP-prepared nurses, systematic reviews of research evidence, and more. - UPDATED! Chapter objectives ensure compliance with current AACN Essentials and the 2022-2026 NINR Strategic Plan. - UPDATED! Qualitative Data Analysis chapter boosts confidence in coding and categorizing data. - Research examples in each chapter clarify key points and encourage critical thinking. - Practical tips help students translate abstract notions of research methods into realistic strategies for conducting research. - Critical appraisal guidelines highlight specific aspects of research reports for the most effective appraisals. - Clear, user-friendly writing makes challenging ideas and terms approachable and digestible. - A comprehensive index provides fast, efficient access to precise information. - Bulleted summaries, detailed figures, and an extensive glossary reinforce essential content at a glance.