The Technique Called Meta-Analysis

question 171

Multiple Choice

The technique called meta-analysis:

• A)involves using techniques from different psychotherapies to simultaneously treat all members of the same family.
• B)is a community-based healing ritual used in traditional forms of Native American healing.
• C)involves statistically combining the results of several studies investigating the same issue.
• D)is the most common format used among self-help groups.

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Definitions:

Renal Column

Cortical tissue in the kidney that extends between the renal pyramids.

Simple Cuboidal

A type of epithelial tissue composed of a single layer of cube-shaped cells, often engaged in secretion and absorption.

Microvilli

Tiny, finger-like projections on the surface of some cells that increase their surface area for absorption.

Proximal Convoluted Tubule

The portion of the nephron in the kidney where the majority of the reabsorption of water, ions, and nutrients occurs.