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Chapter-05 Health Statistics (Health Information System)

BOOK TITLE: Short Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine

Author
1. Prabhakara GN
ISBN
9789380704104
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/11257_5
Edition
2/e
Publishing Year
2010
Pages
10
Author Affiliations
1. SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Manjushree Nagar, Sattur, Dharwad, Karnataka, India, Medical Arts Photography and Modelling, SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Manjushree Nagara, Sattur, Dharwad, Karnataka, Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, India, SDM Medical College, Dharwad, Karnataka, India
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Abstract

Quantitative expressions are sound basis of our scientific expression. This chapter deals with terms, definition and uses of Health statistics. Data collection and data presentation are described. Averages mean, median mode followed by measures of variability like range, mean deviation, standard deviation and coefficient of variation are illustrated. Normal distribution is detailed. Common significant tests used in practice are illustrated.

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