Sampling: how to select participants in my research study?

Abstract: Background: In this paper, the basic elements related to the selection of participants for a health research are discussed. Sample representativeness, sample frame, types of sampling, as well as the impact that non-respondents may have on results of a study are described. The whole discussion is supported by practical examples to facilitate the reader's understanding. Objective: To introduce readers to issues related to sampling.

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Main Authors: Martínez-Mesa,Jeovany, González-Chica,David Alejandro, Duquia,Rodrigo Pereira, Bonamigo,Renan Rangel, Bastos,João Luiz
Format: Digital revista
Language:English
Published: Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia 2016
Online Access:http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0365-05962016000300326
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