Focus group on qualitative research: experience report - Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem

ABSTRACT

Objective:

to report the experience of applying the focus group technique for production of data in qualitative research.

Method:

four group sessions were held from May to June 2015, with the participation of professionals from the public sector of PHC and from specialized service.

Results:

the way focus group was developed is described in steps: planning, recruitment, ambience, group sessions, and evaluation.

Conclusion:

we highlight that the focus group, as a technique to produce data in collective space, can contribute not only to the construction of knowledge in Nursing, but also to the research approach with the assistance practice.