Download RGUHS MD Homoeopathy 2019 October 8001 Research Methodology And Biostatistics Revised Scheme 5 Question Paper

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

M.D. Homoeopathy Degree Examination (Part-I) - OCT-2019

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[Time: 3 Hours]

[Max. Marks: 100]

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND BIOSTATISTICS

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(Revised Scheme 5)

Q.P. CODE: 8001

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Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.

Draw neat, labeled diagrams wherever necessary.

Answer All The Questions

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10 X 10 = 100 Marks

1.

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Discuss the scope of biostatistics and social research in homoeopathic practice with an
illustration.

2.

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For treatment of Coronary Heart Disease

a. Design matched case-control study.
b. How will you select cases and control for the study.

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c. Name the method to measure the strength of association for matched case control study.

3.

Design a hybrid study for testing the effectiveness of calendula in injuries.

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4.

Explain mean and standard deviation and its relevance in homoeopathic research.

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5.

A homeopathic researcher enrolled 100 diabetic patients without renal disease in a prospective
cohort study. The results of the first 3 years were as follows:

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Year 1 : 0 cases of renal disease detected out of 92; 8 lost to follow-up
Year 2 : 2 new cases of renal disease detected out of 80; 2 had died; 10 lost to follow.

Year 3 : 3 new cases of renal disease detected out of 63; 2 more had died; 13 more lost to
follow up.

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Based on the above data calculate the person-time incidence rate (incidence density)

6.

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Explain cluster sampling with example.

7.

Discuss non-probability sampling. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of non-

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probability sampling in medical research.

8.

Discuss the concept of life table with suitable example.

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9.

Describe analysis of variance. Explain its underlying assumptions.

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10.

Explain various precaution a homoeopathic researcher should follow while writing a research

report.

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