The role of forceps in modern obstetrics

The role of forceps in modern obstetrics

Paper instructions:
Evaluating Your Sources – Week 4

Credible Author: Explain how/why the author should be considered an expert on your chosen topic.

Reliable Publisher: Who is the publisher? What is the publisher’s reputation? Has this source been published by a scholarly or peer-reviewed press? Is this source available in trusted archives, such as subscription databases? If this is from a website, how stable is that website?

Accuracy: Does the information seem to be accurate? Does the information correspond with or contradict information found in sources known to be reliable? Has the information been peer-reviewed? Is there a reference list available so you can verify the information? Are there any factual errors, statistical flaws, or faulty conclusions?

Current Information: Is the material up to date? If it is from a website, when was it last updated?

Objectivity (Bias): Are all sides of the issue/topic treated fairly? Do you detect any bias? (For instance, is the author connected to any institution or foundation that might be paying him, which could suggest bias?)

two cites:

Weerasekera, D. S. (1999). The role of forceps in modern obstetrics. Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 19(2), 146-149.

Bhide, A., Guven, M., Prefumo, F., Vankalayapati, P., & Thilaganthan, B. (2007). Maternal and neonatal outcome after failed ventouse delivery: Comparison of forceps versus cesarean section. Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine, 20(7), 541-545.