Understanding and critiquing quantitative research papers
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The quantitative (numerical) research is explored using various approaches, survey research or randomized controlled trial to study the focus on objectivity. Careful examination of quantitative research gives practitioners a greater understanding of how an action affects a group of people. This would be able to enhance their practice and contribute to evidence-based practice.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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Understanding the basic aspects of research papers
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A study is conducted to understand the purpose for which a particular research is conducted. This helps students and trainee researchers to increase their understanding of the steps involved in research, and thereby read and analyze it with better confidence.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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Understanding why routine observations improve practice
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The importance of routine checkup of the patients, manually recording observations to get accurate picture of patient's condition is highlighted. The principles of safe and accurate recordings and interpretations of patient's vital signs are discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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