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A clear, useful and practical guide to critical appraisal.May 23, 2001 82 out of 84 found this review helpful
This book is a very easy to read reference explaining the importance,significance and the practicalities of critical appraisal. It is a must for those trying to clarify the validity and reliability of data portrayed in papers. It takes you through a step by step approach, highlighting what to look for in clinical papers that will help you decide whether the information therein is of any significance and where In today's world where there are numerous papers reported daily it is essential to be able to ascertain the true significance of them and this book helps you to achieve that. It explains the different research methodology and the strengths and weaknessess of them, adding weight to the outcomes. It is an aid not only in assessing others' papers but also when writing one's own and what to be aware of to ensure sound and meaningful results. It really helps you to question what you are reading.