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Questions and Answers
What is a key aspect of evidence-based practice?
What is a key aspect of evidence-based practice?
- Reliable data from well-designed research (correct)
- Advertisements from pharmaceutical companies
- Personal opinions and experiences
- Random internet articles
Which type of evidence is provided by a well-structured review of the literature?
Which type of evidence is provided by a well-structured review of the literature?
- Unverified information
- Biased opinion-based evidence
- Strong research evidence (correct)
- Weak anecdotal evidence
What is a primary emphasis of national clinical guidelines in medicine selection?
What is a primary emphasis of national clinical guidelines in medicine selection?
- Evidence-based choice of medicines (correct)
- Cheapest available medicines
- Medicines with the best packaging
- Trendy or popular medicines
Which skill is important for interpreting key findings in literature?
Which skill is important for interpreting key findings in literature?
What do different study designs provide for professional practice?
What do different study designs provide for professional practice?
Why is understanding the application of key statistical principles important in scientific research projects?
Why is understanding the application of key statistical principles important in scientific research projects?
What is a key step in conducting a structured literature review?
What is a key step in conducting a structured literature review?
Which of the following is NOT an element of a systematic/structured literature review?
Which of the following is NOT an element of a systematic/structured literature review?
What is a primary purpose of critical appraisal in research methods?
What is a primary purpose of critical appraisal in research methods?
In academic writing, which section should provide an overview of the subject, issue, or theory under consideration?
In academic writing, which section should provide an overview of the subject, issue, or theory under consideration?
Which of the following is crucial for conducting a successful literature review for a research project?
Which of the following is crucial for conducting a successful literature review for a research project?
What must be included in a literature review report for appropriate referencing?
What must be included in a literature review report for appropriate referencing?
When writing journal articles, what should be included in the citation for electronic sources?
When writing journal articles, what should be included in the citation for electronic sources?
Why is it important to explore both quantitative and qualitative research methods?
Why is it important to explore both quantitative and qualitative research methods?
What is the purpose of data extraction in a structured literature review?
What is the purpose of data extraction in a structured literature review?
Why should reports in academic writing follow a logical progression?
Why should reports in academic writing follow a logical progression?
What is a key characteristic of a 1st class literature review/introduction to a research report?
What is a key characteristic of a 1st class literature review/introduction to a research report?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-structured literature review/introduction?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-structured literature review/introduction?
What should be evident in a literature review/introduction that shows wide reading and comprehensive understanding of the subject area?
What should be evident in a literature review/introduction that shows wide reading and comprehensive understanding of the subject area?
Which chapter from 'Conducting your pharmacy practice research project' by Smith (2010) is relevant for reviewing the literature?
Which chapter from 'Conducting your pharmacy practice research project' by Smith (2010) is relevant for reviewing the literature?
What type of errors should be absent in a 1st class literature review/introduction?
What type of errors should be absent in a 1st class literature review/introduction?
In a literature review/introduction, what does 'evidence of wide reading' primarily refer to?
In a literature review/introduction, what does 'evidence of wide reading' primarily refer to?
Study Notes
Online Sessions Overview
- The online sessions cover research methods, including literature searching, qualitative methods, sampling techniques, hypothesis tests, questionnaire design, and research ethics.
- The sessions are divided into two 3-hour workshops, focusing on critical appraisal and statistics.
Research Methods Key Learning Outcomes
- Conduct and document a literature review using a structured approach.
- Identify potential search terms and search different databases or resources.
- Explore quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Critically appraise relevant research papers.
- Use appropriate statistics to answer research questions.
Structured Literature Review
- A structured approach to literature review involves:
- Identifying a research question/topic.
- Identifying search terms/key words.
- Selecting electronic databases and relevant sources.
- Searching relevant databases and reviewing papers.
- Data extraction and documenting key results/findings.
- Critical appraisal of research findings and assessing study quality.
- Report writing, including referencing in Harvard style.
Referencing – Harvard Style
- Journal articles: Surname, Initial. (Year of publication). Title of article, Title of Journal, Volume & Issue information, Page reference (if available). URL (if needed).
- Books: Surname, Initial. (Year of publication) Title. (Edition number –if available) Place of publication: publisher. Series and volume number (if available).
- In-text citation: use Surname (date).
- Bibliography list: in alphabetical order by author.
Report Writing/Academic Writing
- Reports should follow a logical progression, including:
- Introduction/overview of the subject, issue, or theory under consideration.
- Methods: databases used, search terms, search strategy.
- Results: studies screened and included at each stage, tables or figures.
- Discussion/analysis of key papers, identifying gaps in knowledge.
- Summary and conclusion.
Why Research Methods?
- Research methods are essential for evidence-based practice, which involves using reliable data from well-designed research.
- National clinical guidelines emphasize evidence-based choice of medicines based on safety, clinical effectiveness, and cost evaluations.
- Structured literature reviews can help in selecting the best treatment options for patients.
Research Methods Learning Outcomes
- Critically appraise the literature or published data, interpreting key findings, identifying study limitations, and applying research evidence to pharmacy practice.
- Demonstrate understanding and application of key statistical principles and methods relevant to scientific research projects.
- Understand differences between research, service evaluation, and audit, and their application.
- Reflect on the ethical issues that need to be taken into account when conducting research projects.
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Description
Explore the importance of research methods in pharmacy practice and evidence-based medicine. Learn about utilizing reliable data from well-designed research for making informed decisions. Understand how systematic literature reviews can aid in selecting optimal treatment options for patients.
