A nurse researcher collects qualitative, free text data. Which of the following is the next step in the research process?
A) The nurse researcher will organize and combine the data into a specific context to convey particular meanings.
B) The nurse researcher will sort and aggregate the numerical data into a data analysis software system.
C) The nurse researcher will collate data and determine if the data are valid for the study.
D) The nurse researcher will deidentify the data to review study enrollment and participation.

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The next step in qualitative research after collecting free text data is to organize and analyze the data to convey specific meanings, which involves coding and categorizing the data.

A Nurse Researcher Collects Qualitative, Free Text Data