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Peer reviewedFitz, Don; Tryon, Warren W. – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1989
Methods of using simplified time series analysis (STSA) in evaluating clinical programs are discussed. STSA assists in addressing problems of attrition/augmentation of subjects in programs with changing populations. Combining individually calculated "C" statistics in a simple aggregate analysis of restraint usage by nursing home staff…
Descriptors: Attrition (Research Studies), Clinics, Evaluation Problems, Experimental Groups
Peer reviewedBaker, Frank; Curbow, Barbara – Evaluation and Program Planning, 1991
The epidemiological method of case-control study is described, and its advantages and disadvantages are discussed for use in health program evaluation. Examples are reviewed, with a step-by-step description of the method. Potential applications are discussed, including worksite health promotions, screening programs, and large-scale public health…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Control Groups, Epidemiology, Evaluation Methods
