Phenomenological interview of older adults through virtual media: an experience report

Abstract

Objectives: to report the experience of conducting phenomenological interviews through virtual means in a group of older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: an experience report on the main aspects that the researchers experienced in the virtual phenomenological interview process as an alternative to face-to-face interviews with older adults during social isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Results: the experience of conducting phenomenological interviews by videoconference was useful, enriching and satisfying. The difficulties that arose were smaller in relation to the benefits of the technique. Final Considerations: the use of technology to optimize qualitative data collection is a recommended strategy that can be adopted by nursing whenever the research objectives allow.