1. Define Criteria: Determine the specific criteria or characteristics needed for the study. 2. Identify Participants: Use judgment to identify and select participants who meet the criteria. 3. Data Collection: Gather data through interviews, surveys, or other appropriate methods. 4. Analysis: Analyze the data to draw meaningful conclusions.
In nursing, this might involve selecting nurses with specific expertise, patients with particular conditions, or healthcare settings that meet the study’s requirements.
