Inbunden, Engelska, 2025

Reading and Understanding Health Research

A Critical Approach

Av Robert R. Weaver, Qian Jia

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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. Instructors can also access a range of online resources to support classroom use.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum: 2025-02-26
Mått: 174 x 246 x 16 mm
Vikt: 520 g
Format: Inbunden
Språk: Engelska
Antal sidor: 180
Förlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN: 9781032978314

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Robert R. Weaver earned his doctoral degree in the Sociology of Health and Illness from the University of Connecticut, US. He currently teaches research methods in the Department of Health and Exercise Science (School of Nursing and Health Professions) at Rowan University, US.Qian Jia earned her doctoral degree in Nutrition from the Texas A&M University, US, and is a registered dietitian. She currently teaches Interprofessional Healthcare Research and Graduate Nutrition Capstone courses in the College of Nursing and Health Professions at Immaculata University, US.

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“Reading and Understanding Health Science Research: A Critical Approach is a highly recommended textbook for health professionals and students seeking to enhance their critical reading skills. Its structured framework offers invaluable insights into searching, analyzing, and synthesizing health science research, fostering evidence-based practice and professional growth. This book is an essential read for informed decision-making in healthcare.”-Jane Tang, PhD, RN, NE-BC, Dean and Professor, Frances M. Maguire College of Nursing and Health Professions“Undergraduate students can use this book to build a strong foundation of appraisal skills that are necessary in a world that is overloaded with predatory journals and self-publication outlets. A great resource for future and current health care practitioners and graduate students too.”-Professor Shilpa Dogra, Ontario Tech University, Canada"Master the skill of critically reading peer-reviewed research to make informed health decisions and advance your career. This essential guide empowers you to assess evidence and thrive in the health profession."- Richard T. Jermyn, DO, Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dean - Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine

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