JHL 35(3) Why We Need to Critically Analyze the Science

Independent Study Module for International Board Certified Lactation Consultants^®

Title: Why We Need to Critically Analyze the Science

Authors: Joan E. Dodgson, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN

Source: Journal of Human Lactation 35(3) 2019

After completing this study module, the learner will be able to:

1. Identify two top levels of critical analyses of existing research.

2. Describe the purpose of a state of the science (SoS) paper in the field of lactation.

3. Describe which sources of research are appropriate for a SoS paper.

You will have two attempts to achieve a passing score of 70% on this module.

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CERPs: ILCA is an approved provider of Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPs) with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE). (CLT-108-7).

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