Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences

Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences

<p>This popular textbook provides a concise, but comprehensive, overview of health research as an integrated, problem-solving process. It bridges the gap between health research methods and evidence-based clinical practice, making it an essential tool for students embarking on research. Practitioners also benefit from guidance on interpreting the ever-expanding published research in clinical and scientific journals, to ensure their practice is up to date and evidence-based and to help patients understand information obtained online.</p> <p>"<i>This textbook would be of interest and value both to undergraduate and post-graduate students also."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> Dr. Richard Ellis on behalf of the New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, January 2015</p> <p> <i>"..excellent at giving an introduction and overview into research methods."</i> <b>Reviewed by</b> Tobias Bremer on behalf of InTouch, July 2015</p><ul> <ul></ul><li>Uses simple language and demystifies research jargon </li><li>Covers both quantitative and qualitative research methodology, taking a very practical approach</li><li>Gives examples directly related to the health sciences</li><li>Each chapter contains a self-assessment test so that the reader can be sure they know all the important points</li><li>Provides an extensive glossary for better understanding of the language of research</li></ul><p>Online interactive self-assessment tests:</p> <ul><li>Multiple choice questions</li><li>True or false questions</li><li>Short answer questions</li></ul> <p>Log on to <b>evolve.elsevier.com/Polgar/research</b> and register to access the above assets.</p>