Health science research : a handbook of quantitative methods

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Where to find it

Health Sciences Library — Books (3rd floor)

Call Number
W 20.5 H43429 2002
Status
Available

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Summary

For research to be effective, it is essential that every aspect of the study is well planned. Health Science Research has been written to help researchers from all disciplines conduct their studies with this kind of integrity. Each chapter covers a specific area fo conducting a study, including:

- formulating the research question

- preparing a grant application

- subject recruitment

- data collection and analysis

- interpreting the results of the study

This informative text is designed to be a user friendly research, reference and study tool. It has been organised into eight chapters, each of which covers a specific area of conducting a research study.

This book will be of particular value to scientists, research assistants, qualified or trainee physicians, nurses and allied health workers. The book will also be an essential companion for students in all disciplines who want to learn more about how to do good research.

Contents

  • Reviewing the Literature
  • Planning the Study
  • Selecting the Measurements
  • Calculating the Sample Size
  • Conducting the Study
  • Analyzing the Data
  • Reporting the Results
  • Appraising Research Protocols

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