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Reading and Understanding Health Research A Critical Approach

Robert R. Weaver; Qian Jia
$71.39
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 ISBN: 9781032230092
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 Format: Paperback
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AU $71.39 
 
 
 

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This concise guide equips readers with the essential skills required to analyze and critically appraise health research evidence, an integral element to evidence-based practice and professional development.The book offers invaluable guidance by demystifying the structure and language of peer-reviewed research through different stages of reading-inspectional, analytical, and topical-to provide a structured approach to understanding and evaluating research design, methods, and findings. Through analytically reading each section of a research paper, readers can develop a critical appreciation of the evidence, helping them to identify both the strengths and limitations of any piece of research. This critical reading process is a crucial skill, fostering the ability to judiciously apply evidence to health practice, and encouraging a deep engagement with research to better inform health decisions.Ideal reading for students across all health disciplines, whether undergraduate or postgraduate, it will also be a valuable resource for health professionals seeking to enhance their skills in evidence-based practice and continuing professional development.