Evidence based practice

Question 1

steps of the scientific method

Answer 1

1. identify a problem or Observe
2. formulate a hypothesis
3. test the hypothesis
4. interpret data
5. discard hypothesis or continue testing data

Question 2

Uncontrolled Variable

Answer 2

A variable in an experiment that a scientist makes no effort to manipulate or account for.

Question 3

Randomized Control Trial (RCT)

Answer 3

A type of scientific study/trial where participants are randomly assigned into different groups – one or more will be the intervention to be tested and one will be the control group. Groups are randomized and a control is used in an attempt to reduce potential bias in the trial.

Question 4

External Validity

Answer 4

The ability to generalize the results of a study.

Question 5

Meta-Analysis

Answer 5

A statistical analysis of a group of studies to assess the overall weight of the evidence.

Question 6

Systematic Review

Answer 6

A review where scientists systematically gather all research on a topic and evaluate it based on predefined criteria and rules.

Question 7

Selection Bias

Answer 7

A sample of people under study is not representative of the larger population that scientists are looking to make inferences about.

Question 8

Recall Bias

Answer 8

The inability to accurately remember past behaviors.

Question 9

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Answer 9

5 - Proper supplementation to support body composition, training, and performance

4 - Meeting micronutrient needs based on nutritional gaps in the diet

3 - Tailoring carbohydrate and fat amounts and timing based on client preferences and energy needs for training and competition

2 - Meeting daily protein requirements for the desired outcomes

1 - Daily energy needs according to the client’s goal and demands of the activity