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Asking the Question. The first step in research or evidence-based practice is defining a problem and asking a question . In the research process this becomes part of developing a proposal for a study. In the clinical setting, âasking a questionâ may become part of a research study, a quality improvement project, or lead to evidence based practice.
A clinical trial is a carefully designed study which tests the benefits and risks of a specific medical treatment or intervention, such as a new drug or a behavior change (e.g., diet).Once researchers have completed a rigorous screening and preclinical testing process, the company files an Investigational New Drug (IND) application with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).