Introduction to Research in the Health Sciences

By Shane A. Thomas, Stephen Polgar, Shane A. Thomas DipPubPol PhD MAPS, et al.

Book Overview

Now in its 7th edition this textbook is a must have for any health professional student. It provides a comprehensive overview of health research, in a concise and easy to read format using examples directly related to the health sciences. It helps students understand health research models, and how research goes on to inform and improve evidence-based clinical practice. For practitioners it provides guidance on published research in journals, providing an essential tool to keep their practice evidence based.

Uses simple language and demystifies research jargonCovers both quantitative and qualitative research methodology, taking a very practical approachProvides an extensive glossary for better understanding of the language of researchFully updated online interactive self-assessment tests including MCQs, true or false questions and short answer questions

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0702074934
• ISBN13: 9780702074936
• Release Date: November 2019
• Publisher: Elsevier
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.5" x 9.2"