The Focus of Outcome Research Is to

question 9

Multiple Choice

The focus of outcome research is to

• A)develop an intervention and test whether or not it positively affects exercise behaviour.
• B)develop desirable physical activity outcomes.
• C)evaluate how physical activity helps individuals cope with chronic illness.
• D)evaluate how physical activity is used to change desirable behavioural and psychological outcomes.

Differentiate between academic and workplace research questions.

Evaluate the difficulty in assessing the reliability of different sources.

Recognize the importance of currency and other characteristics of reliable information.

Critically assess information from websites, forums, and blogs.

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Definitions:

Mean Arterial Pressure

The average blood pressure in an individual's arteries during one cardiac cycle, essential for ensuring effective tissue perfusion.

Peripheral Resistance

Peripheral resistance is the resistance of the arteries to blood flow. As the arteries constrict, the resistance increases and blood pressure rises.

Cardiac Output

The volume of blood pumped by the heart per minute, indicative of the heart's efficiency.

Chronic Stress

Chronic stress is a condition of prolonged emotional pressure considered beyond an individual's control.