- Docente: Adriana Semprini
- Credits: 2
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Physiotherapy (cod. 8476)
Learning outcomes
After completing this module the student will have knowledge of the aims and methods of evidence-based practice, he will have the ability to apply knowledge and understanding in relation to the formulation of clinical questions, conducting literature searches and developing research protocols in physiotherapy.
Course contents
1.Practice based on evidence of efficacy (EBP) in Physiotherapy
The evidence pyramid
The search question (PICOM)
The scanning and searching in the databases of:
studies
systematic reviews
guidelines
Internal and external validity
Statistical measures
Pedro score
PRISMA
AGREE and AGREE II
Critical Appraisal Topics
2. Research Methodology
RCT
Observational studies
Case series, single case studies and case reports
Experts' opinions
Systematic reviews and meta-analyzes
Guidelines
The Ethics Committee and patient involvement in researc
Readings/Bibliography
1.Paolo Chiari, Daniela Mosci, Enrico Naldi, Centro Studi EBN
Evidence-BasedClinicalPracticeLa pratica clinico-assistenzialebasata su prove di efficacia. 2/ed
The McGraw-Hill Companies Publishing Group Italia, Milano 2011
2.Elizabeth DomholdtRehabilitation Research: Principles And Applications.
Elsevier Saunders, 2005
Teaching methods
Frontal lessons and PBL exercises individual or in team practices, using the PC and Internet.
Assessment methods
Test with multiple-choice quiz (30 questions + 1 question with open answer).
During the test is not allowed the use of support material such as handouts or notes.
Teaching tools
PC (with internet connection) and video-projector.
Office hours
See the website of Adriana Semprini