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Measurement Resource Archive *

  • Overview: A description of the various instrument-related resources.
  • METRIC Instrument Reviews: In-depth reviews of specific instruments that are of relevance to VA researchers.
  • Construct Overviews: A concise look at a construct that includes measurement considerations, VA relevance, and the top instruments used to measure the construct. A brief summary of the top instruments is also provided.
  • Book Compendium Reviews: Reviews of books containing instruments or instrument information.
  • Internet Sites Reviews: Reviews of web site that offer instruments or instrument information.
  • Measurement in Practice: Annotated Bibliography of Studies Evaluating the Accuracy of Diagnostic Coding, Hints for Writing Effective Survey Items, Review of Quality of Life Measures for Patients with Diabetes, and Evaluation of Measures Used in PTSD Assessment

* Disclaimer

This measurement section is an archive of original topic pieces and external resources that were selected and evaluated by METRIC, an HSR&D Resource Center.

Please note that METRIC is no longer a Resource Center and that these sections are not currently being updated.

HSR&D is evaluating options for the maintenance and upkeep of this content, and if you have questions, concerns or ideas about this set of measurement resources, please contact us.

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