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1 to 1 of 1 Research Studies DisplayedRhodes W, Olsho LE, Ward AS
AHRQ Author: Spector WD
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10742-015-0138-0
Use of Monte Carlo simulation to inform design decisions for pairwise cluster randomization.
This paper demonstrates the utility of the Monte Carlo approach in the context of a planned evaluation of an intervention to reduce falls among nursing home residents and provides recommendations for researchers on key design questions, including the choice between cluster randomization and pairwise cluster randomization, and selection of parametric or nonparametric estimators.
AHRQ-authored; AHRQ-funded; 290201000031I.
Citation: Rhodes W, Olsho LE, Ward AS .
Use of Monte Carlo simulation to inform design decisions for pairwise cluster randomization.
Health Serv Outcomes Res Method (2015) 15: 182-203. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10742-015-0138-0..
Keywords: Nursing Homes, Research Methodologies, Falls