Guide to Evidence-Based Physical Therapist Practice - Softcover

Jewell, Dianne V.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 128410432X ISBN 13: 9781284104325

Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning, 2017

Synopsis

Guide to Evidence-Based Physical Therapist Practice, Fourth Edition teaches the knowledge and skills to evaluate medical evidence and apply it to the practice of physical therapy. This valuable reference explains the fundamentals of medical research and how to determine which studies are useful in practice. As the leading evidence-based practice text for physical therapy, this is a comprehensive resource no physical therapist or student should be without. The Fourth Edition has been updated with new clinical scenarios, additional research examples, and more activities to support the application of key concepts. This practical guide empowers readers to learn how to evaluate research designs, appraise evidence, and apply research in clinical practice. Its reader-friendly style facilitates learning and presents the knowledge essential for physical therapist students to develop a strong foundation in research methods and methodologies related to evidence-based medicine. New to the Fourth Edition • New Clinical Scenarios at the beginning of each chapter aid in the application of key concepts • New chapter on appraising qualitative research studies • Expanded coverage of clinical practice guidelines • Updated coverage of the most commonly used electronic search engines • Inclusion of updated terminology from the APTA's Guide to Physical Therapist Practice 3.0 Instructor Resources • Test Bank • Slides in PowerPoint format • Instructor Manual [New!] • Sample Syllabus • Image Bank Student Resources Navigate Companion Website – Available at go.jblearning.com/Jewell4eCWS • Practice Quizzes • Interactive Glossary • Interactive Flashcards • Crossword Puzzles • Web Links

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About the Author

Dianne V. Jewell, PT, DPT, PhD, FAPTA received her Bachelor of Arts in history from Williams College, her Master of Science in physical therapy from Boston University, her Doctor of Philosophy in health services organization and research from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and her transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy from VCU. She practiced in both inpatient and outpatient settings for over 25 years and was board certified in cardiovascular and pulmonary physical therapy for 20 years.Dr. Jewell is President and CEO of Sheltering Arms Corporation and Hospitals, a physical rehabilitation hospital system providing inpatient and outpatient services in central Virginia. She wasthe founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Rehab Intelligence Network, a consulting company providing project and data management to individuals and organizations dedicated to physical rehabilitation. She previously held a full-time appointment as assistant professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at VCU for 11 years where she was responsible for the evidence-based practice curricular content. She also has served as an adjunct faculty member in the Departments of Physical Therapy at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center (Memphis, TN), the University of Vermont (Burlington, VT), and Mary Baldwin University (Fishersville, VA).Dr. Jewell has authored several peer-reviewed articles. Her research interests include physical therapy practice variation, quality and outcomes of physical therapy patient management, and early mobility interventions for patients in critical care. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of Sheltering Arms Institute (Richmond, VA) and previously served two terms on the Board of Directors of the American Physical Therapy Association (Alexandria, VA).

Edition details

• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 128410432X
• ISBN 13: 9781284104325
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 470