The Application of Classic Grounded Theory in Nursing Studies: A Qualitative Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Aim(s)

To explore the application of Classic Grounded Theory (GT) methodology in nursing research and critically appraise studies employing Classic GT against the validated framework Guideline for Reporting and Evaluating Grounded Theory (GUREGT) research studies.

Design

Systematic review without meta-analysis METHODS: The review followed the PRISMA statement and used the Synthesis Without Meta-analysis (SWiM) guideline for data analysis. The quality of included articles was assessed using the CASP qualitative research appraisal tool, and the GUREGT framework was applied to evaluate adherence to Classic GT guiding principles.

Data sources

Databases were PUBMED, CINAHL, Nursing and Allied Health Database (ProQuest).

Results

Twenty-nine studies from 2010 to 2024

SUBMITTER: Connor J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12907612 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature