Designed to help the reader evaluate the validity of epidemiological studies, this book uses a survey approach to describe the different methods of study, patterns on the life cycle, and the applications of epidemiology. KEY TOPICS: Topics covered include epidemiologic methods, epidemiology and control of infectious diseases, etiology and natural history, disease control and surveillance, clinical decision making, and health planning and evaluation. MARKET: Graduate nursing students, nurse practitioners, physician assistants.