Contains practical guidance on integrating qualitative and quantitative data, new coverage of rapid reviews and literature review tools including concept analysis, scoping and mapping.

This guide outlines systematic approaches to conducting literature reviews. It discusses the role of literature reviews in research, common types of reviews, and systematic approaches for each element of the review process; planning and conducting the review; focusing the research question; searching the literature; assessing the evidence base; synthesizing and analyzing studies; and writing, presenting, and disseminating the review. Reorganized, this edition has a new chapter on choosing a method, guidance on integrating qualitative and quantitative data, new coverage of rapid reviews, and inclusion of review tools like concept analysis, scoping, and mapping. Annotation 2016 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)