Principles of Research Design and Drug Literature Evaluation is a unique resource that provides a balanced approach covering critical elements of clinical research, biostatistical principles, and scientific literature evaluation techniques for evidence-based medicine. Divided into three sections, it provides comprehensive course content to meet and exceed the curriculum standards set by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). Part 1 reviews Principles of Clinical Research with an emphasis on clinical and epidemiologic designs. Part 2, Statistical Principles and Data Analysis, provides foundations of statistical analysis with coverage of common statistical methods. Part 3, Principles of Drug Literature Evaluation, explores sources of drug literature, drug literature evaluation techniques, and application of evidence to patient care using case studies. Written by expert authors specializing in pharmacy practice and research, this valuable text will provide pharmacy students and practitioners with a thorough understanding of principles and practices of drug literature evaluation with a strong grounding in research and biostatistical principles.Principles of Research Design and Drug Literature Evaluation is an ideal foundation for professional pharmacy students and key resource for pharmacy residents, research fellows, practitioners, and clinical researchers. FEATURES * Chapter Pedagogy: Learning Objectives, Review Questions, References, and Online Resources * Instructor Resources: PowerPoint Presentations, Test Bank, and an Answer Key * Student Resources: a Navigate Companion Website, including Crossword Puzzles, Interactive Flash Cards, Interactive Glossary, Matching Questions, Quizzes, and Web Links