SOHP503 Literature Search Techniques
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Which term is most closely associated with the population segment focusing on diabetes-related foot care?

  • Footcare Education
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Neuropathic Foot (correct)
  • Health Promotion

What primary focus does 'Footcare Education' represent in the context of diabetic care?

  • Health Promotion (correct)
  • Self Care
  • Patient Compliance
  • Behaviour Change

Which outcome is most likely to be affected by implementing footcare education in diabetic patients?

  • Self-care Practices
  • Neuropathic Foot Cases
  • Motivational Interviewing Success
  • Foot Ulcer Incidence (correct)

In the context of diabetic care, what does 'adherence' generally refer to?

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Which combination of terms best aligns with the intervention aspect for improving outcomes in diabetic foot care?

<p>Footcare Education and Patient Compliance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary aim of the study conducted by Kruger and Guthrie?

<p>To investigate the effectiveness of podiatric education with a participative approach (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of group did the study use to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention?

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How many participants were in the intervention group?

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What method did the comparator group use for foot care education?

<p>Videotape presentations on foot care (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of foot health was NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the intervention?

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What additional materials were provided to the intervention group?

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What geographic location was the study conducted in?

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The follow-up evaluation period after the teaching sessions lasted how many months?

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What is the primary aim of the lecture on literature search?

<p>To understand how to select studies and critique them based on relevance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which learning outcome focuses on comparing findings from various studies?

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What should the introduction in the assignment brief primarily accomplish?

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In what way does the assignment suggest handling the literature relevant to the research question?

<p>Critique studies from the last decade to find gaps in knowledge. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a requirement for the background and rationale section of the assignment?

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What does the systematic search of relevant research literature involve?

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Which component is essential to include in the literature review section?

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What should be accomplished by critiquing existing literature in the assignment?

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Which term is NOT an alternate term for the population key term in PICO/PEO?

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Which of the following represents an intervention/exposure correctly in the context of the given PICO criteria?

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In the PICO framework, which outcome is included as an alternate term?

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What is the logical relationship represented by the AND operators in the PICO criteria?

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What type of databases is recommended for searching studies based on the content provided?

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Which outcome term is used synonymously with patient compliance in the search criteria?

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Which of these options outlines the correct PICO key terms for the 'Intervention' category?

<p>Footcare Education, Health promotion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which database is NOT mentioned as a suggested electronic database for searching in the provided content?

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What was a key outcome noted from the research despite a lack of increased knowledge about foot care?

<p>Improvement in HbA1c levels for both groups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'synthesis' in research methods primarily refer to?

<p>Combining and integrating different findings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of evaluating nurse-led care, which aspect did Greenhalgh’s study specifically focus on?

<p>Length of wait for treatment and practitioner attempts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended practice before implementing data collection methods, as suggested in the information?

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Which of the following best describes 'evaluation' in research methods?

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What was a primary focus of the study conducted by Lattimer et al. (2000)?

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Which outcome measure was not assessed in Greenhalgh’s study regarding nurse-led care?

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What common component is vital for both synthesis and evaluation in research?

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What was the primary objective of Lattimer et al.'s study on nurse-led telephone triage?

<p>To assess whether nurse-led telephone triage is safe. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the Lattimer et al. study distinguishes it from previous research?

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What are some of the limitations one might consider when appraising a study's generalizability?

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What is a key strength of Lattimer et al.'s conclusions regarding nurse-led telephone triage?

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Which of the following is NOT a focus of the CASP Appraisal Checklists?

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Flashcards

Population

The group of people the research focuses on. For example, individuals with diabetes.

Intervention

The specific action or treatment being studied. For example, providing foot care education.

Outcome

The outcome being measured. For example, changes in the patient's behavior.

Exposure

An alternative term for 'Intervention'. It refers to the exposure of the study participants to a specific factor or condition.

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Alternate Terms

Alternative terms used to represent the main term in a research question. For example, using "Diabetes Mellitus" instead of "Diabetic" for population.

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Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)

A study that examines the effectiveness of a new intervention by comparing it to a standard or control group.

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Systematic Review

A systematic review that summarizes and analyzes multiple studies on a specific topic.

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Cohort Study

A research study that examines changes in a specific group of people over time.

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Case-Control Study

A research study that compares a group with a specific condition (e.g., disease) to a group without the condition.

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Diagnostic Study

A research study that assesses the accuracy and reliability of a diagnostic test or tool.

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Literature Review

The initial section of your project that provides context and background information.

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Persuade the reader

The main purpose of the literature review is to convince your audience that your research is significant and worth exploring.

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Refine your research question

The literature review helps you clarify and refine your research question by analyzing existing research.

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Must have references

The literature review should include citations from relevant sources to support your arguments.

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No need to provide search strategy

You don't need to explicitly describe your search strategy in this section.

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Introduction

A clear and concise summary of your research topic, written in one paragraph.

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Background and Rationale

A detailed explanation of the background and rationale for your research, including a critical analysis of relevant literature.

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Critique of the existing literature

A well-structured literature review that identifies relevant studies and critically evaluates their strengths and weaknesses.

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Study aim

The primary objective of a research study, outlining what the researchers aim to discover or achieve.

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Intervention group

The group in a research study that receives the experimental intervention or treatment.

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Comparator group

The group in a research study that serves as a benchmark for comparison. They do not receive the experimental intervention.

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Participant description

A detailed description of individuals participating in a research study.

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Healthcare setting

The specific setting where a research study takes place.

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Baseline data

Information collected at the start of a study, including characteristics of the participants and the study itself.

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Study factors

Factors that can influence the results of a study, such as the characteristics of the participants, the study design, or the environment.

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Critical appraisal

The process of examining and scrutinizing information to determine its quality, reliability, and relevance. It involves breaking down, analyzing, and evaluating evidence to form judgments.

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Seminal study

A study that is widely recognized as influential and groundbreaking in a particular field. It often sets a standard or offers a significant contribution to knowledge.

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Outcome measure

A key measure used to determine the effectiveness or success of an intervention or treatment. It provides a metric to assess the change or improvement.

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Synthesis

The process of combining and integrating findings from multiple studies on a topic to arrive at a more comprehensive understanding.

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Evaluation

The process of assessing the significance, implications, and consequences of research findings. It involves considering the value and impact of the evidence.

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Knowledge inventory form

A collection of information about an individual's knowledge, skills, or abilities. It can be used to assess learning or identify areas for improvement.

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Social determinants of health

The process of identifying and understanding the factors that influence an individual's health outcomes, focusing on the interaction between social, environmental, and biological factors.

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PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome)

A structured approach to formulating research questions by identifying the Population, Intervention/Exposure, Comparison/Control, and Outcome. This framework enhances clarity and focus for research.

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PEO (Population, Exposure/Intervention, Outcome)

A modified version of PICO that adapts to research contexts where a comparison isn't always necessary. It uses Population, Exposure/Intervention, and Outcome.

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Intervention / Exposure

The treatment, program, or factor being investigated in a research study. It refers to what is being applied or experienced.

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Comparison / Control

A comparison group that doesn't receive the intervention/exposure, serving as a baseline for comparison. Helps to understand if the intervention has a significant effect.

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Search Criteria and Key Terms

A set of terms used to search for relevant research studies in electronic databases. These keywords should accurately represent the PICO/PEO elements to retrieve the most relevant and accurate information.

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Electronic Databases

Electronic repositories that contain a vast collection of research articles and papers, allowing researchers to search for relevant studies using key terms and criteria.

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Study Notes

  • SOHP503 Project Studies lecture by Dr. Joanne Paton
  • Aim: Learn how to search, identify, read, and critique best available and most relevant reviews, papers, and journals for undergraduate research topics.
  • Learning Outcomes for the SOHP503 Interdisciplinary Module (Year 2):
    • Judiciously select studies and report their findings based on relevance.
    • Assess the strengths and weaknesses of different studies (rational, empirical, and methodological).
    • Systematically search relevant research literature in a defined area of health/medicine.
    • Compare and contrast empirical findings from various studies

Literature Review

  • Introduction and background to the project should persuade the reader of the research's value.
  • Refine research question.
  • Include references.
  • Don't need to provide search strategy details (e.g., PICO).

Assignment Brief

  • Introduction: Narrative paragraph.
  • Background and Rationale (600-700 words):
    • Critique existing literature
    • Identify gap in knowledge.
    • Form the rationale of the proposed study
    • Literature search (last 10 years is acceptable for undergraduate research).
    • Include the introduction of main areas, background into context, identification of research gap, impact of answering the gap, and rationale for the proposed research.
    • Clearly state impact and rationale, research question, aims, and objectives (2-5).

Literature Review Framework

  • Introduction
  • Development of research rationale
  • Critical review of literature
  • Conclusion
  • Aim

Literature Review Framework (Detailed)

  • General introduction orienting the reader to the research topic.
  • Critical appraisal of relevant studies (last 10 years).
    • Brief description of studies (aim, sample size, methods, main findings).
    • Critical review of study validity, reliability, methodology, implications. (Not just description)
  • Conclusion justifying the need for the study
  • Research question/PEO (Purpose, Exposure, Outcome)
  • Example AIM: Determine if hand washing with alcohol-based disinfectant is more effective than non-antiseptic soap.

Step 1: Identify Research Topic Area

  • Identify investigation topic.
  • Example: Does diabetic footcare education improve self-footcare in people with diabetes?
  • Conduct preliminary research (internet, other resources).

Step 2: Identify Search Criteria & Key Terms (PICO/PEO)

  • Table outlining Population, Intervention/Exposure, Comparison/Setting, and Outcome for research.
    • Alternative terms for each category provided.

Step 3: Search for Studies

  • Utilize electronic databases (PubMed, MEDLINE, CINAHL, AMED, EMBASE, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, PsycINFO).
  • Use EndNote Online for managing references.
  • Follow the library guide for Endnote Online.

Step 4: Data Extraction

  • Collect relevant information to describe study participants (Example provided in data extraction table).

Step 5: Evaluate and Critical Appraisal

  • Not Synthesized:
    • Review of individual studies (Paragraphs 1, 2, 3).
    • Provide descriptions and summaries of each study.
  • Synthesized:
    • Compare findings (Paragraphs 1, 2, 3).
    • Synthesize ideas and present new perspectives.

Step 6: Plan Your Review

  • Framework for critical analysis (similar to a mind map) using questions like "What?", "Where?", "Who?", "When?", "How?", "Why?", "What if?", and "So what?".

Step 7: Writing

  • Writing process outlined as a cyclical process (notes, pre-writing, drafting, editing, revision, publication).

Additional Information

  • Benefit of Research Question: What is the clinical benefit of addressing the research question?

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This quiz covers the essential techniques for conducting a comprehensive literature search in the context of the SOHP503 Project Studies module. You will learn how to identify, read, and critique relevant research to enhance your undergraduate project. Key outcomes include assessing study strengths and weaknesses, and systematically exploring literature in health and medicine.

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