Review of EBP 1: Principles of Evidence Based Practice

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What is the primary concern when it comes to expert opinion in evidence-based practice?

That experts are often bestowed guru status (correct)
That experts have limited knowledge
That experts rely on anecdotal evidence
That experts are biased towards their own research

What is the purpose of using evidence in evidence-based practice, according to David Poulter?

To confirm one's own research
To challenge one's existing paradigm (correct)
To find anecdotal evidence
To support one's existing paradigm

What is the first step in facilitating an evidence-based approach, according to the PICO framework?

Framing the question (correct)
Drawing conclusions
Analyzing data
Gathering evidence

What is the problem with relying on anecdotes in evidence-based practice?

The plural of anecdotes is not evidence (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of evidence in evidence-based practice, according to the quote?

To illuminate a topic (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between background and foreground questions in evidence-based practice?

Foreground questions are specific, while background questions are general (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of integrating evidence into clinical decision-making?

To enhance patient outcomes and reduce unwarranted variation in practice (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Sackett's definition, what is the hallmark of evidence-based practice?

The conscientious, explicit, and judicious use of current best evidence (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of evidence-based practice?

A cookbook approach to healthcare decision-making (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of being unconsciously ineffective in healthcare decision-making?

It can lead to unwanted variation in practice standards (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary distinction between evidence-based practice and a cookbook approach?

The consideration of patient's unique circumstances and needs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using the PICO framework in clinical queries?

To focus the question and facilitate the search for relevant studies (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'I' in PICO stand for?

Intervention (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using the PICO framework in searching for relevant studies?

It produces several high-quality articles that address the PICO question (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when categorizing study designs in terms of evidence?

The level of evidence provided by the study (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using the 'C' component of the PICO framework?

To compare alternative methodologies or treatments (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using the AskMedline feature in searching for relevant studies?

It makes the search process more time-efficient (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a database and a search engine?

A database is a collection of stored articles, while a search engine is a program designed to search the database. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of study is a Cochrane systematic review typically used for?

Quick answer to a particular question (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the PEDro score measure?

The validity and statistics of a study out of 10 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of statistical test is used for nominal data?

Chi-square test (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of concealed allocation in a study?

To ensure random allocation of participants (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Friedman test in a study?

To compare ordinal data (C) Signup and view all the answers