The use of sources in historical research

Abstract

Objective: to equip, researchers, students and anyone interested in the history of nursing and health to develop research using oral and documentary history and iconographic studies. Method: theoretical methodological reflection in the light of the authors’ experience and knowledge, guiding the understanding about the use of oral, documentary and iconographic history. Results: expresses the types of approaches and their details, ranging from the collection, organization and treatment to the analysis and interpretation of the data. The development of Historical Research is directly related with the preservation and quality of the documents, as part of qualitative research that uses different and validated methodological strategies to construct historical knowledge. Conclusion: the knowledge and tools to develop historical research in Nursing and health, appropriately using the methods, techniques or disciplines for its implementation, favor improvements in the quality and use of sociohistorical studies.