Posted on October 25, 2008519. Why perform a multivariate analysis over a univariate analysis? / What is intention to treat? / What is a funnel plot? / Define sensitivity, specificity, negative predictive value (NPV), positive predictive value (PPV), negative likelihood ratio (-LR) and positive likelihood ratio (+LR)
Posted on October 25, 2008518. What is the p value / Define trial power / What is the Bonferonni correction?
Posted on October 25, 2008517. Implementation of an RCT (9 steps) with associated potential weaknesses
Posted on October 25, 2008516. What is the purpose of randomization? What is stratified randomization, and its purpose? What is a confounding factor? What is publication bias? What is type I error, type II error, alpha, beta?
Posted on October 25, 2008515. Define clinical decision rule, clinical pathway / What is the difference between a pathway and a protocol? / List different types of clinical studies
Posted on October 25, 2008513. Define clinical guideline, potential benefits of guidelines / Patient-oriented outcomes the five D’s