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Critical Appraisal of Research Evidence 101
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Short Description:
Ontario Public Health Libraries Association guide to critical appraisal of research evidence.
Key Concepts addressed:- Hrvatski
- 1-9 Earlier is not necessarily better
- 1-5 Newer is not necessarily better
- 2-7 All should be followed up
- 1-8 More is not necessarily better
- 2-11 All fair comparisons and outcomes should be reported
- 2-14 Average measures of effects can be misleading
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Purpose of this Guide
The purpose of this guide is to provide a brief overview of the critical appraisal process. Assessing the validity of research studies can be a complex and time-consuming undertaking. If you are conducting a lengthy evaluation, you may wish to consult more exhaustive critical appraisal resources (a list of suggested further reading has been appended to this guide). Participation in the Skills Enhancement for Public Health program offered by the Public Health Agency of Canada is recommended prior to attempting in-depth critical appraisal.