Jane is a therapist embarking on one of the five steps of evidence-based practice to assist her in working with a 54-year-old client. The first step Jane will most likely take is:
A) evaluating the validity and applicability of the research.
B) determining whether the research findings are applicable to her client.
C) developing an answerable question to focus the search for information.
D) evaluating the effectiveness of the practice on the client's case.

Question

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The first step of evidence-based practice is to develop an answerable question to focus the search for information. This allows the therapist to identify what information is needed to inform their practice and guide their search for relevant research. Once a clear question has been established, the therapist can move on to evaluate the validity and applicability of the research, determine whether the findings are applicable to their client, and ultimately evaluate the effectiveness of the practice on the client's case.

Jane Is a Therapist Embarking on One of the Five