| Biostatistics for the Health Sciences Contributor(s): Blair, R. Clifford (Author), Taylor, Richard (Author) |
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ISBN: 0131176609 ISBN-13: 9780131176607 Publisher: Pearson OUR PRICE: $120.32 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 2007 Annotation: This book provides a solid foundation in introductory biostatistics with up-to-date methods, lucid explanations, and a modern approach. Explains commonly used biostatistical methods, such as odds and risk ratios, and Fisher's exact test, in a clear and thorough manner. Introduces equivalence testing in a variety of research settings. Presents nonparametric methods in a modern light, couched in the broader context of permutation-based methods. Provides real-world data with case studies consisting of synopses of published research. Provides step-by-step solutions to exercises, along with pertinent equations used in obtaining the solution and page numbers of relevant discussions. For health science students and professionals who need to increase their understanding of biostatistics. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Biostatistics |
| Dewey: 570.151 |
| LCCN: 2006043089 |
| Physical Information: 1.06" H x 8.24" W x 9.37" (2.30 lbs) 538 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book provides a solid foundation in introductory biostatistics with up-to-date methods, lucid explanations, and a modern approach. KEY TOPICS: Explains commonly used biostatistical methods, such as odds and risk ratios, and Fisher's exact test, in a clear and thorough manner. Introduces equivalence testing in a variety of research settings. Presents nonparametric methods in a modern light, couched in the broader context of permutation-based methods. Provides real-world data with case studies consisting of synopses of published research. Provides step-by-step solutions to exercises, along with pertinent equations used in obtaining the solution and page numbers of relevant discussions. MARKET: For health science students and professionals who need to increase their understanding of biostatistics. |