Meta-analysis is a statistical method for combining the results of multiple studies, not a type of research design.

A systematic review is a comprehensive and structured review of the literature on a specific topic, with the goal of identifying and summarizing the best available evidence.

Conducting a research study is not a key component of evidence-based practice, although it may be necessary to generate new evidence when there is a lack of existing evidence.

Data analysis plays a crucial role in health research by allowing researchers to summarize and interpret the data collected, identify trends and patterns, test hypotheses and draw conclusions, develop new research methods, and communicate the findings of the research.

Publication bias is not a common type of bias in health research, although it can occur when studies with positive results are more likely to be published than studies with negative results.

A PICO question (Patient, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome) is used in evidence-based practice to identify the key elements of a clinical question and to develop a search strategy for finding relevant evidence.

Systematic review is a type of research study, not a type of evidence-based practice guideline.

Clinical expertise is essential in evidence-based practice to interpret the evidence and apply it to individual patients, taking into account their unique circumstances and preferences.

Randomized controlled trial (RCT) is a type of research design, not a type of research method.

A meta-analysis is a statistical method for combining the results of multiple studies and providing a more precise estimate of the effect of an intervention.

Cost-effectiveness is not a common type of outcome measure in health research, although it can be used to evaluate the value of an intervention.

Ethics plays a crucial role in health research to ensure that research is conducted in a responsible and ethical manner, respecting the rights and well-being of participants.

Meta-analysis is a statistical method for combining the results of multiple studies, not a type of data analysis method.

A research protocol outlines the methods and procedures of a research study, including the study design, participants, data collection methods, and data analysis methods.

Personal funds are not a common type of funding source for health research, although they can be used to support small-scale studies.