Quantitative methods for health research a practical interactive guide to epidemiology and statistics

Quantitative Research Methods for Health Professionals: A Practical Interactive Course is a superb introduction to epidemiology, biostatistics, and research methodology for the whole health care community. Drawing examples from a wide range of health research, this practical handbook covers importan...

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Main Authors: Bruce, Nigel (Author), Pope, Daniel (Author), Stanistreet, Debbi (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Chichester, England John Wiley & Sons 2008
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Summary:Quantitative Research Methods for Health Professionals: A Practical Interactive Course is a superb introduction to epidemiology, biostatistics, and research methodology for the whole health care community. Drawing examples from a wide range of health research, this practical handbook covers important contemporary health research methods such as survival analysis, Cox regression, and meta-analysis, the understanding of which go beyond introductory concepts. The book includes self-assessment exercises throughout to help students explore and reflect on their understanding and a clear distinction.
Physical Description:xiii, 538 pages illustrations 25 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index
ISBN:9780470022757 (pbk)
9780470022740 (hbk)