The good news is that type 2 diabetes is largely preventable. About 9 cases in 10 could be avoided by taking several simple steps: keeping weight under control, exercising more, eating a healthy diet, and not smoking.
Critical thinking and research. Critical thinking is a core competency for evidence based general practice and an essential precursor to research. It is also essential for evaluating and understanding the implications of research for clinical practice.
Research designs and methods. A Research Design provides a framework for the collection and analysis of data. Choice of research design reflects decisions about priorities given to the dimensions of the research process. Key concept 3.1. Page 46. A Research Method is simply a technique for collecting data. Choice of research method reflects decisions about the type of instruments or techniques to be used.