HLTB15H3 Chapter : HLTA10 Pgs 1-13
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Research on topic that is too complex, sensitive, or unknown = qualitative methods (focus group, interview, observation) Research on cause-and-effect issues = experimental design: randomised controlled trial (rct) Do women aged 75+ have worse health outcomes than men aged 75+ following thrombolysis therapy for acute myocardial infarction? . > depending on what situation, it may be unethical to randomize ppl to interventions that are unacceptable, thus other methods employed could be prospective, longitudinal survey of a pop"n. Triangulated/combined methodological approach is used to address diff facets of a research issue. > helps establish the external validitity of research. > qualitative research findings enhance quantitative survey data. > the experimental method is the predominant choice for research. Health research, in relation to health generally, having an emphasis on health services & an important role in informing the planning & operation of services aiming to achieve health.