This handbook reviews key issues that influence the design, development, and use of clinical research instruments, and surveys available instruments for assessing health and function, health promotion activities, and clinical problems. The 40 contributions describe the psychometric properties of each tool, summarize example studies employing the tool, identify instrument strengths and weaknesses, and discuss the relevance of each instrument for healthcare research. The third edition adds a chapter on cultural considerations. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Frank-Stromborg, Marilyn, RN, EdD, FAAN, JD (Northern Illinois Univ); Olsen, Sharon J., RN, MS, AOCN (Johns Hopkins Univ)The contributors represent the specialties of oncology nursing, psychiatric nursing, and physiological nursing. Most are from U.S. hospitals and nursing schools, with one from Israel. Institutions prominently represented include Univ of Nebraska, Georgetown Univ, Univ of Pennsylvania, Johns Hopkins, and Univ of South Carolina.

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