What is the Role of Epidemiology in Nursing? A Simple Guide

Introduction of epideiology Definition “Study of the distribution and determinants of disease frequency in man.” — MacMahon (1960) Epidemiological Triad Used to explain infectious disease transmission: Objectives of Epidemiology Types of Epidemiological Studies 1. Descriptive Study 2. Analytical Study A. Case-Control Study OR Interpretation: Advantages: Disadvantages: Example: Smoking and lung cancer B. Cohort Study C. […]

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