Answer to Question 1
ANS: B
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A A meta-analysis is a systematic summary using statistical techniques to assess and combine studies of the same design to obtain a precise estimate of effect (impact of an intervention on the dependent variable/outcomes or association between variables).
B A systematic review is a summation and assessment of research studies found in the literature based on a clearly focused question that uses systematic and explicit methods to identify, select, critically appraise, and analyze relevant data from the selected studies to summarize the findings in a focused area.
C The Cochrane Collaboration is an international organization that prepares and maintains a body of systematic reviews that focus on health care interventions.
D An integrative review is the broadest category of review. It can include theoretical literature, research literature, or both, and may include methodology studies, a theory review, or the results of differing research studies with wide-ranging clinical implications.
Answer to Question 2
ANS: A
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A Meta-analysis provides Level I evidence, the highest level of evidence, as it statistically analyzes and integrates the results of many studies.
B Systematic review is not known to provide the same level of evidence as meta-analysis.
C Effect sizes are calculated using the difference in the averages scores between the intervention and control groups from each study.
D Integrative review is not known to provide the same level of evidence as meta-analysis.
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