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HIV research: enhancing engagement to improve ethics

Anatomy correlations: introducing clinical skills to improve performance in anatomy.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Gross anatomy is one of the preclinical cornerstones of medical education, but many practitioners feel that medical students' knowledge of anatomy is inadequate. To help students understand the clinical relevance of anatomy studies, Ohio State University faculty developed a course called "Anatomy Correlations." This course introduces students to basic physical examinat...

Using qualitative research to improve tissue viability care.

This article discusses how key qualitative studies investigating patient experiences can act as an indicator of quality and guide healthcare professionals in service development and evaluation in tissue viability. There is a wealth of information available to suggest that leg ulceration affects individuals' quality of life. Commissioners are requesting that clinicians demonstrate quality-based ...

Using vote cards to encourage active participation and to improve critical appraisal skills in evidence-based medicine journal clubs.

RATIONALE, AIMS AND OBJECTIVES Evidence-based medicine (EBM) journal clubs are used by health care practitioners to critique and remain updated on relevant health literature. Vote cards, in three different colours (green/yellow/red), allow participants to express their opinions (agree/doubt/reject) on the quality and possibility of clinical application regarding the article being reviewed. Our ...

Research in Echocardiography Education: Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods

Research in Echocardiography Education: Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods