Research methods and outcomes in pharmacy practice settings will be studied. The principles of qualitative and quantitative research are discussed in the context of patient education, adherence, disease state management and quality of life. Issues relating to primary data collection in health care settings and administrative databases will be considered. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): STAT course, undergraduate degree in Pharmacy or permission of instructor.
Research methods and outcomes in pharmacy practice settings will be studied. The principles of qualitative and quantitative research are discussed in the context of patient education, adherence, disease state management and quality of life. Issues relating to primary data collection in health care settings and administrative databases will be considered. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): STAT course, undergraduate degree in Pharmacy or permission of instructor.