Clinical Pharmacist's Guide to Biostatistics and Literature Evaluation, Second Edition
Whether pharmacists are interpreting the medical literature to optimize patient care, improve health outcomes, or generate a hypothesis for research, an understanding of biostatistics is essential for success. The Clinical Pharmacist's Guide to Biostatistics and Literature Evaluation was developed to bolster the pharmacist’s knowledge and confidence in using biostatistical tools.
The guide consists of two main sections: “Basics of Biostatistics and Statistical Tests,” which includes chapters on the basics of biostatistics and factors to consider when choosing the appropriate statistical test, and “Literature Interpretation and Application to Patient Care,” which includes chapters on pharmacoepidemiology and interpreting the results from clinical trials. Each chapter includes a selected bibliography and a set of self-assessment questions designed to test the reader’s understanding and application of the material. Answers to the self-assessment questions are included in the back of the book. A table of helpful definitions and equations designed to summarize the key measures used in daily practice appears at the front of the book.
The second edition, now available for preorder, provides the essential content included in the first edition in a new and reorganized format and includes a comprehensive index to help the reader navigate this valuable resource. Updated self-assessment questions and answers are introduced to optimize learning.
Pharmacists new to practice as well as seasoned practitioners wanting to refresh their understanding of biostatistics and literature evaluation will benefit from this helpful guide. More information on the Clinical Pharmacist's Guide to Biostatistics and Literature Evaluation is available at http://www.accp.com/bookstore/product.aspx?pc=RO_02CPGBL.