Editorial Commentary: Still Miles Away From Designing High-Quality Surveys With High Response Rates.

Abstract

Although optimization of survey design has not been broached well in the literature, this issue is critical for improving the quality of the analytical methodology. Several factors should be taken into consideration in designing a refined questionnaire. Based on our experiences, the most important factor to improve survey techniques is to tailor the contents and distribution method depending on the purpose of surveys and target audience. In addition, what is vitally important for surveys is the requirement that the reading level be at the highest the eighth grade to ensure patient comprehension.