13 Quantitative Survey Methods in Health Research
Michael Calnan
Chapter Objectives
Explore the use of survey methods in research into health and health care which are widely used in this and other fields of research
Define and explain what quantitative survey methodology is – including the techniques and resources required for carrying out a survey
Outline the role of theory and the process of translating concepts into indicators
Assess the strengths and weaknesses of different techniques for collecting data
Identify the major issues in managing a survey and analysing and presenting data.
