Data collection Methods and analysis in quantitative research Flashcards
1
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Case control studies use?
A
Documentary records
Biological samples
Interviews
2
Q
Cross-sectional studies use?
A
Pre existing records etc Biological samples Questionnaires Structured interviews Surveys
3
Q
Cohort studies use?
A
Self completing questionnaires.
4
Q
Independent variable
A
Exposure
5
Q
Dependable variable
A
Outcome
6
Q
The key feature of all quantitative study methods is the consistency and accuracy of the data collection process. What is consistency and accuracy?
A
Consistency = reliability Accuracy = validity
These ensure that data is suitable and can be generalised.
7
Q
Surveys:
A
Attempt to quantify the prevalence of a variable.
Descriptive or correlation all (association)
Prospective or retrospective
+ cheap
- superficial, self selecting
