6.2

Question 1

The scientist-practitioner model is a pragmatic multi-method approach to

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translational research

Question 2

evidence informs

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delivery

Question 3

The scientist-practitioner model (aka Boulder Model) was conceived in

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1947

Question 4

The scientist-practitioner model (aka Boulder Model) was conceived as a training model for graduates which integrated

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science and practice, suggesting science should inform practice

Question 5

At its core, the scientist-practitioner model relies on the premise that individuals should both

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utilise and produce scientific research and that this research should in turn inform their practice.

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adopting a scientist-practitioner model of training is mandated under current

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Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) course accreditation requirements

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The current APAC guidelines (not assessable) describe the scientist-practitioner model as a situation in which the

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psychologist is a scientist and a competent researcher, and also a practitioner who applies knowledge and evidence-based practices to assist clients

Question 8

Critics of the scientist-practitioner approach have noted that the model tended to be aspirational in its approach and was not always clearly applicable to

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different work contexts

Question 9

In order to adopt a scientist-practitioner model, psychologists must have an understanding of evidence-based practice in

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psychology (EBP).

Question 10

EBP is the integration of

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the best available research with clinical expertise in the context of the client (culture and preferences)

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prior to EBP, psychologists used _______ to inform the type of intervention offered.

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evidence based treatment

Question 12

EBT starts with a _______ and examines whether it works for a certain disorder/presenting problem under specified circumstances

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treatment

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EBP starts with the ________ and examines what research evidence will assist the practitioner in achieving the best outcome for this client.

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client

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EBP is a combination of

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1. The ‘best’ external research evidence
2. The practitioner’s tacit and explicit knowledge, expertise and experience
3. The client’s characteristics, values, presentation and preferences

Question 15

EBP is a means to enhance the delivery of

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services to clients within an atmosphere of mutual respect, open communication, and collaboration among all stakeholders, including practitioners, researchers, patients, health care managers, and policymakers.

Question 16

Randomised Controlled Trials (RCTs) are regarded as the

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gold standard’ for testing whether new therapies are efficacious

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The ethics of clinical trials requires equipoise, that is,

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treatment in any group should be consistent with competent care and there should be genuine uncertainty among experts as to which treatment (or control) is preferred

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The Cochrane Collaboration has produced systematic reviews of

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primary research in human health care and health policy

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A systematic review summarises the results of available and carefully designed

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clinical trials (or studies) and provides a high level of evidence on the effectiveness of healthcare interventions

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The purpose of the systematic review is generally stated as

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To assess the effects of an intervention or comparison for a particular health problem in certain types of people, diseases or problems, and healthcare setting if appropriate

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Doubt

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is the product of science

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Doubt

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is the product of science