Sampling Methods

Andrea E. Berndt

doi:10.1177/0890334420906850

Sampling Methods

Andrea E. Berndt

Office of Faculty Excellence-School of Nursing

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Abstract

Knowledge of sampling methods is essential to design quality research. Critical questions are provided to help researchers choose a sampling method. This article reviews probability and non-probability sampling methods, lists and defines specific sampling techniques, and provides pros and cons for consideration. In addition, issues related to sampling methods are described to highlight potential problems.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	224-226
Number of pages	3
Journal	Journal of Human Lactation
Volume	36
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/0890334420906850
State	Published - May 1 2020

Keywords

breastfeeding
non-probability sampling
probability sampling
sampling
sampling methods

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Obstetrics and Gynecology

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