NCCPA Research and Advocacy 5

Question 1

A PA wants to identify all available evidence on a topic using a systematic, reproducible search strategy. Which study type is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Systematic review

Answer

Systematic reviews use predefined, reproducible search strategies to comprehensively identify and synthesize all available evidence on a topic.

Question 2

Which body is responsible for certifying PAs in the United States through the PANCE and PANRE examinations?

Accepted Answer

NCCPA

Answer

The NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) administers the PANCE and PANRE to certify PAs in the US.

Question 3

A PA wants to advocate for a vulnerable patient who cannot afford medications. The most immediate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Connect the patient with pharmaceutical assistance programs and social work

Answer

Direct patient advocacy involves immediately connecting patients to available resources such as medication assistance programs and social services.

Question 4

Which type of sampling produces the most representative study sample?

Accepted Answer

Simple random sampling

Answer

Simple random sampling gives every member of the population an equal chance of selection, producing the most representative sample.

Question 5

A PA presents data showing that uninsured patients have higher 30-day readmission rates at a hospital board meeting. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Data-driven advocacy

Answer

Presenting evidence of health disparities to decision-makers to drive policy change is the core of data-driven advocacy.

(NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants Practice Test