Disseminating Results
Interpreting Statistical Results in Context
In health care, the objective of data analysis is to support decisions to improve the quality of patient care, contain costs, and increase efficiency in service delivery. When disseminating statistical results it is not sufficient to simply declare statistical significance (or insignificance). Results must be interpreted in the problem context. For example, a pilot study on the use of fall mats in a memory care facility shows that the number of falls with injury is reduced by an average of one per month with statistical significance. This reduction in fall injuries, while statistically significant, must be evaluated for practical significance by health care professionals. Is ...
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