Imagine That You Read a Study of the Effects of Exercise

question 120

Essay

Imagine that you read a study of the effects of exercise on the prevalence of heart disease in women ages 35 to 65.Although you believe the experiment was carried out in an appropriate manner,you still do not believe the results.You decide to conduct your own study to see for yourself.To determine if the results of the first study are valid,should you do everything the same way as the first study or would it be better if you changed several of the variables,such as studying men,or looking at different age groups? Explain your choice,and explain the consequences of the other choice.

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Definitions:

Clinical Decision-making

The process by which healthcare professionals make choices regarding the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients, based on clinical evidence and patient information.

Individual

A single human being distinct from a group, class, or family, often considered in terms of unique personal characteristics or behaviors.

Medication

Substances used to treat or manage medical conditions or symptoms, often prescribed by healthcare professionals.

Cognitive Deficiencies

Lacks in mental processes of understanding, including attention, memory, and reasoning.