Research in Healthcare
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What is the primary purpose of using prevalence data in healthcare?

  • To identify the causes of diseases
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of treatments
  • To predict the outcomes of diseases
  • To assess the frequency of specific diseases in different groups of people (correct)

    • What is the main limitation of using statistics in research?

  • They are difficult to collect
  • They are time-consuming to analyze
  • They are not representative of the population
  • They do not provide the whole story, hence the need for qualitative data (correct)

    • What is an example of a poor way to introduce a research topic?

  • According to a recent study, many people were diagnosed with depression
  • Depression is a growing concern in the healthcare industry
  • Previous research suggests that depression is a major health issue
  • My aunt was recently diagnosed with depression, so I thought it would be interesting to find out more (correct)

    • What is the PICO framework used for?

    <p>To formulate research questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a comparison group in a research study?

    <p>To compare the outcome of an intervention with no intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which database is specifically related to psychology?

    <p>PsycINFO</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a research question that incorporates the PICO framework?

    <p>Does the use of the Wii improve balance among children with acquired brain injuries?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to use specific numbers and statistics in research?

    <p>To provide evidence for the research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of conducting a research on the effectiveness of a new service provision in three years?

    <p>To inform policy and practice modifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of James Lind's clinical research?

    <p>It was the first clinical research on scurvy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a peer-reviewed journal?

    <p>To ensure high-quality research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of a sample in research?

    <p>A group of research participants selected from the target population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of contemporary research in antimicrobial resistance (AMR)?

    <p>It is a response to the increasing threat of infectious diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of research in healthcare?

    <p>To identify needs and gaps in service provision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of evaluating service provision in UDST students' satisfaction survey?

    <p>To identify areas for improvement in service provision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an independent researcher in healthcare?

    <p>A PhD student conducting research on healthcare policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the benefits of understanding the research process in healthcare?

    <p>It enables critical assessment of claims made about healthcare services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of demographic data in research?

    <p>Data that describes population groups in a given location and their characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of research in informing policy and practice in healthcare?

    <p>It informs and improves policy and practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of mRNA vaccines in contemporary research?

    <p>They were rapidly developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is research necessary in healthcare?

    <p>To identify needs and gaps in service provision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of conducting research in healthcare?

    <p>To identify needs and gaps in service provision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who may conduct research in healthcare?

    <p>HMC, PHCC, Sidra, international agencies, independent researchers, and consultants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the applications of research in healthcare?

    <p>Planning for service provision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a limitation of published information?

    <p>It can be biased towards the views of publishers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to assess the relevance of published information?

    <p>Because it may be outdated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of research is usually used in natural sciences?

    <p>Scientific experiments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant advantage of primary research?

    <p>Researchers can gather up-to-date information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a primary research method used in health and healthcare?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of focus group discussions?

    <p>To gather information on people’s thoughts, attitudes or feelings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major drawback of primary research?

    <p>It can be very costly to collect data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of secondary research?

    <p>It has little or no cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to consider the potential challenges of data collection methods?

    <p>Because they can be limited by various factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a quantitative research design?

    <p>Experimental research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a primary research method that involves a large number of participants?

    <p>Questionnaires / surveys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of recording conversations in interviews?

    <p>To ensure data accuracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential issue with primary research?

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a benefit of having control over a research study?

    <p>It ensures that the data collected is relevant to the research question</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of experimental research?

    <p>It involves manipulating independent variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential limitation of primary research?

    <p>It can produce misleading results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Research in Healthcare

    • Charitable organizations, international agencies (e.g. UNICEF, WHO, UNAIDS), and independent researchers/consultants conduct research in healthcare.

    Purpose and Role of Research

    • To identify needs and gaps in service provision (e.g. determining the need for a new health center or services in a new housing estate).
    • To further knowledge (e.g. PhD research on analyzing policies aimed at caring for the elderly, exploring innovations in healthcare).
    • To plan for service provision (e.g. identifying the health needs of young people or other seldom heard groups).

    Understanding the Research Process

    • To write a research proposal (a group assignment).
    • To complete a research report and present findings.
    • To critically assess claims made about healthcare services.
    • To consider employment opportunities involving research or research governance.

    Purpose and Role of Research

    • Informing and improving policy and practice (e.g. evaluating the effectiveness of a new service provision).
    • Aiding reflection and allowing progress to be monitored.
    • Evaluating service provision (e.g. student satisfaction surveys, course evaluation forms).
    • Exploring topics of contemporary importance (e.g. migration and health, obesity, diabetes, or genetic disorders in Qatar).

    Historical and Contemporary Research Projects

    • First clinical research by Naval Surgeon James Lind (1747) on scurvy.
    • Discovery of penicillin and antibiotics, revolutionizing medicine by reducing mortality rates due to infectious diseases.
    • Contemporary research on antimicrobial resistance, drug discovery in chemotherapy, and mRNA vaccines.

    Research Keywords

    • Demographic data: data that describes population groups and their characteristics (e.g. race, religion, age, sex, gender).
    • Peer-reviewed: articles scrutinized by specialists in the field before publication to ensure high-quality research.
    • Sample: a group of research participants selected from the target population.

    The PICO Framework

    • Population: a specific group of people (e.g. children).
    • Intervention: a specific action or treatment (e.g. using the Wii).
    • Comparison: a control group or alternative treatment.
    • Outcome: a specific result or effect (e.g. improvement in balance).

    Databases and Resources

    • British Nursing Index.
    • CINAHL.
    • Cochrane Library (Systematic reviews).
    • PubMed/MEDLINE.
    • PsycINFO (related to psychology).
    • EBSCO (Educational literature).
    • NICE.

    Statistics in Healthcare

    • Prevalence data: used to assess how often a specific disease occurs in different groups of people.
    • Used to plan and evaluate strategies to prevent illness and manage patients.
    • Statistics are used to assess if an issue is a major healthcare concern.

    What Not to Write in Research

    • Avoid subjective statements (e.g. "my aunt was recently diagnosed with depression").
    • Avoid vague statements without supporting evidence (e.g. "many people were diagnosed with COVID in England last year").
    • Avoid presenting figures without supporting evidence (e.g. "many children in Doha were referred to Al Rumelia dermatology services").

    Primary Research: Methods of Data Collection

    • Scientific experiments.
    • Interviews (face-to-face, phone, or Skype).
    • Questionnaires/surveys.
    • Observations.
    • Focus group discussions.

    Advantages of Primary Research

    • Researchers gather up-to-date information.
    • Researchers can address specific questions.
    • Data can be obtained quickly.
    • Researchers have control over the research study and data collection.

    Disadvantages of Primary Research

    • Costly.
    • Slow or difficult to gain ethical approval and access research participants.
    • Targeted people may be reluctant to participate.
    • Time-consuming.
    • May produce misleading results due to researcher bias.

    Key Points to Remember

    • Secondary research: ease of access, low cost, and less intrusive on people's lives.
    • Primary research: easier to address specific questions, up-to-date information, and researcher control.

    Processes to Consider for Quantitative Research

    • Experimental research: hypothesis testing, control groups, experimental groups, and independent and dependent variables.
    • Randomized controlled trials: often used in medicine.

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