This book is an introductory guide to the origin, definition, and use of evidence-based practice in communication disorders. It serves as a reference for speech-language pathologists and audiologists to the principles and process of evidence-based practice. The volume defines evidence-based practice and describes the origin of the concept. In addition, the book discusses how to evaluate evidence for use in clinical practice, diagnosis and screening, and treatment. It also provides step-by-step guidance for clinical decision-making in speech, hearing, and language disorders.
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Serves as an introductory guide to the origin, definition, and use of evidence-based practice in communication disorders. This book serves as a reference for speech-language pathologists and audiologists to the principles and process of evidence-based practice.
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Introduction to Evidence-Based Practice; Asking Questions about Evidence; Finding Evidence; Validity: An Overview; Importance: An Overview; CATE: Critical Appraisal of Treatment Evidence; Critical Appraisal of Diagnostic Evidence (CADE); CASM: Critical Appraisal of Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses; Integrating and Updating Evidence in Clinical Practice; Contributing Evidence: Suggestions for Scientists and Clinicians; Conclusion: A Way Forward.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781557668707
Publisert
2007-07-31
Utgiver
Vendor
Brookes Publishing Co
Vekt
249 gr
Høyde
226 mm
Bredde
149 mm
Dybde
10 mm
Aldersnivå
P, UP, 06, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
224

Biografisk notat

Chris A. Dollaghan is Professor, School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences, The University of Texas at Dallas.