populaationvalintakriteerit
Population selection criteria, or populaationvalintakriteerit in Finnish, are the specific guidelines and standards used to choose individuals or groups for inclusion in a study, survey, or intervention. These criteria are crucial for ensuring the validity and generalizability of research findings. They help researchers define the target population accurately and make informed decisions about who should participate.
Common criteria can include demographic factors such as age, gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. Health-related criteria
The process of establishing selection criteria begins with a clear definition of the research question and
Well-defined population selection criteria contribute to the internal validity of a study by ensuring that the