EBP practice questions

STROBE guidelines focus on:

strengthening the reporting of observational studies in epidemiology

Which type of bias is related to the improper randomization of participants in a study?

selection bias

Which type of study design is ranked lower on the CEBM scale for evidence?

case report

What is a major purpose of the PRISMA guidelines?

to ensure the transparent and complete reporting of systemic reviews and meta-analyses

What is the PRISMA checklist primarily used for?

guiding the reporting of systemic reviews and meta-analyses

What is a risk of bias in clinical trials?

failure to blind participants to treatment groups

What does the PEDro scale assess in research studies?

methodological quality of RCTs

In the PICO model, what does "C" typically refer to?

comparison

What is the primarily advantage of using the PubMed database for sports medicine literature searches

it is free to use

Which search technique would be most appropriate for ensuring the retrieval of all studies related to "ACL injuries," regardless of the specific terminology used by different authors

Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)

CINAHL is a database that focuses primarily on:

nursing and allied health literature

What is an example of a qualitative research method?

focus group interview

The Boolean operator "AND" is used in a literature search to:

combine search terms to narrow the results

Which research design is most appropriate for determining the prevalence of concussions among high school football players?

survey

A researcher wants to understand the experiences of athletes who have experienced a major injury. Which research design would be most appropriate?

phenomenology

A researcher wants to develop a theory about the factors influencing athlete burnout. Which qualitative research design would be the most appropriate?

grounded theory

A researcher wants to understand the daily experiences of athletes recovering from ACL surgery. Which research would be most suitable?

case study

What is a meta-analysis?

A quantitative technique that statistically combines the results of multiple studies

A researcher wants to explore the factors influencing athlete decision-making in high-pressure situations. Which research design would be most suitable?

grounded theory

A researcher wants to compare the findings of multiple studies on the effectiveness of sports psychology interventions for anxiety. Which compilation research design would be most appropriate?

meta-analysis

To examine the relationship between exercise intensity and heart rate in athletes, a researcher would use which design?

correlational

Which of the following best describes a mixed-methods research design?

A study that incorporates both qualitative and quantitative methods

A researcher wants to explore the cultural factors influencing sports participation in a specific community. Which research design would be most suitable?

ethnography

Qualitative research is best suited for:

exploring complex human experiences

A researcher wants to synthesize the existing literature on the relationship between sleep and athletic performance. Which compilation research design would be best?

meta-analysis

A researcher wants to understand the experiences of athletes who have transitioned from amateur to professional status. Which research design would be most appropriate?

phenomenology

To provide a comprehensive overview of the research on sports-related injuries in young athletes, a researcher would conduct which type of compilation research?

systematic review

Which of the following is a healthcare strategy that can improve outcomes by addressing social determinants of health?

providing specialized care that considers a patient's socioeconomic and cultural factors

The International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) is used to:

provide a standardized framework for understanding health and disability

What is health literacy?

a patient's ability to understadn and use health information to make informaed decisions

What component is not a part of the ICF model?

financial health

How does the ICF framework contribute to patient care?

It helps clinicians focus on environmental and personal factors affecting patient outcomes

What is a key advantage of EBP in athletic training?

it helps tailor treatments based on individual patient needs, research, and expertise

What strategy can improve communication with patients who have low health literacy?

using visual aids and plain language to explain treatment options

In the context of EBP, what role do patient values play in decision-making?

They are equally important as research evidence and clinical expertise

What is the primary challenge in applying EBP in athletic training

balancing research evidence with patient preferences and clinical expertise

Which of the following best describes the role of research in EBP?

research is used in conjuction with clinical expertise and patient values to guide treatment decisions

EBP combines which three key components?

clinical expertise, research evidence, and patient values

To assess the effectiveness of a new sports nutrition supplement on strength and power, a researcher would use which design?

experimental

To determine the impact of a sports nutrition workshop on athletes' knowledge and behavior, a researcher would use which design?

experimental

A researcher wants to explore the cultural factors influencing sports participation in a specific community. Which research design would be most suitable?

ethnography

A researcher wants to explore the factors influencing athlete motivation. Which research design would be most suitable?

grounded theory

What represents a higher level of evidence in research?

RCTs

To examine the relationship between exercise intensity and heart rate in athletes, a researcher would use which design?

correlational

A researcher wants to understand the experiences of athletes who have transitioned from amateur to professional status. Which research design would be most appropriate?

phenomenology

To provide a comprehensive overview of the research on sports-related injuries in young athletes, a researcher would conduct which type of compilation research?

systematic review

Systematic reviews are considered to be:

the highest level of evidence, synthesizing results from multiple studies

to determine the effectiveness of a new sports drink on hydration and performance, a researcher would use which design?

experimental

A researcher wants to explore the factors influencing athlete decision-making in high-pressure situations. Which research design would be most suitable?

grounded theory

To determine the prevalence of concussions among high school athletes, a researcher would use which design?

survey

A researcher wants to synthesize the existing literature on the relationship between sleep and athletic performance. Which compilation research design would be best?

meta-analysis

A sports medicine clinic wants to assess the effectiveness of a new rehab program for ankle sprains. What type of research design would be best?

experimental

PEDro is a database that is particularly focused on which type of research

physiotherapy research

Which Boolean operator would you use to exclude certain terms from your search results?

NOT

When using MeSH terms for a literature search in PubMed, it is important to remember that these terms:

are standardized keywords that describe article content

In the PICO format, which component refers to the "I"

intervention

What is the primary purpose of using Boolean search operators in literature searches for sports medicine?

to combine or exclude search terms to refine results

Which search technique would be most appropriate for ensuring the retrieval of all studies related to "ACL injuries", regardless of specific terminiology used by different authors?

Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)

google scholar is often used for:

preliminary searches due to its wide coverage

What is a critical appraisal library that offers tools for evaluating the quality of research studies

CEBM