Vassar Matt, Holzmann Matthew
2013.11.30Journal of Educational Evaluation for Health Professions
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Ten common methodological mistakes found in retrospective chart reviews are discussed and suggestions or accessible resources are provided that researchers can apply as a " best practices " guide when planning, conducting, or reviewing this investigative method.
Abstract
In this paper, we review and discuss ten common methodological mistakes found in retrospective chart reviews. The retrospective chart review is a widely applicable research methodology that can be used by healthcare disciplines as a means to direct subsequent prospective investigations. In many cases in this review, we have also provided suggestions or accessible resources that researchers can apply as a “best practices” guide when planning, conducting, or reviewing this investigative method.
Citation format
MATT, Vassar; MATTHEW, Holzmann. The retrospective chart review: Important methodological considerations. Journal of Educational Evaluation for Health Professions, 2013, 10.