Takes the fear out of statistics through a combination of visual and
practical learning!
"Statistical acumen and confidence have evaded many nurses for multiple
reasons requiring educators to find alternate ways to bridge this
knowledge gap. [This book] fills a void and meets this need. Students
and educators alike will benefit from its straightforward, pragmatic
style in explaining applied statistical analysis. Drawing on the deep
expertise of its authors, the book should become a go-to reference for
anyone looking to gain knowledge in applied statistics."
--Mary Ellen Smith Glasgow, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, ANEF, FAAN
Dean and Professor
Duquesne University School of Nursing
The only biostatistics resource written specifically for MSN and DNP
nursing students, this text provides a unique graphic representation of
data to help students understand difficult analytic information.
Modelled on an effective and proven method of learning--graphical
illustrations first, technical details second--the text helps students
understand appropriate research design, measurement, and analysis of how
results are calculated. Providing a gentle progression into the
complexities of statistics, it builds upon concepts step-by-step,
helping students to reinforce prior knowledge before moving on the new
information.
Chapters initially focus on the practical application of content to
illustrate how statistics are used, followed by working
examples--addressing both research and evidence-based content and
epidemiology and population health content--to enhance understanding and
underscore the importance of the methodology. The book integrates the
latest changes from the ASA related to statistical significance tested
and addresses recent deliberations about sample size. Abundant
Instructor Resources include PowerPoints, a test bank, data sets,
information on how to obtain online programming classes, and sample
lesson plans and activities.
Key Features:
- Uses a proven, step-by-step method including a graphic representation
of data followed by analytic content
- Follows graphical representation with examples of appropriate research
design, measurement, and analysis of how results are calculated
- Includes a basic review checklist
- Provides chapter objectives, summaries, review questions, and key
terms
- Offers data sets for those instructors/students who wish to do
analyses
- Addresses SPSS and other software, including open source (JAMOVI,
JASP, and R-Studio)
- Includes a comprehensive Instructor Resource Package to ensure faculty
have the tools they need to work with students
