This document outlines the requirements for a research proposal to investigate whether there is an association between body mass index (BMI) and asthma. The proposal must include: 1) A justification for the chosen study design over other options. 2) Selection of a statistical measure to describe any association between BMI and asthma. 3) Details on subject selection, measurement of exposure/outcome, and potential biases and how to address them. 4) Consideration of possible confounding factors and effect modifiers. The proposal must be 750-1000 words and address the key elements outlined, including study design, statistical measures, subject selection, and measurement issues. At least three scholarly sources must be referenced.

1. Asthma Study – My Nursing Experts
Asthma is a chronic lung disease caused by inflammation of the lower airways and episodes
of airflow obstruction. Asthma episodes or attacks can vary from mild to life-threatening. In
2007, about 7% percent of the U.S. population was diagnosed with asthma and there have
been a growing number of new cases since that time. There are several known risk factors
identified as triggers of asthma symptoms and episodes, including inhalation of allergens or
pollutants, infection, cold air, vigorous exercise, and emotional upsets. There is also growing
evidence relating body-mass index to asthma in both children and adults. Design a study to
investigate whether there is such an association.Choose a study design and justify the
reasons you chose the design over others.Select a statistical measure you would use to
describe the association (if there is one) between body mass index and asthma.In addition,
address:1. Subject selection2. Issues relating to the measurement of both the exposure and
the outcome3. Potential biases that the study might be prone to, and how they might be
handled4. Possible confounding factors and effect modifiers and how to overcome their
effect.Present the information in a 750-1000-word report, using section headings where
each requirement is described and justified under each of the following headings: Study
Design, Statistical Measures, Subject Selection, and Measurement Issues.Refer below to the
“Key Elements of a Research Proposal.”You are required to use a minimum of three
scholarly resources.Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the
APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.Key
Elements of a Research ProposalIf you need a review of study design components, view the
resources below.Review the Key Elements page of the Research Methods Knowledge Base
website at Social Research Methods – Knowledge Base – Key ElementsSocial
Research Methods – Knowledge Base – Key ElementsKey Elements of a Research
ProposalBackground / purpose / rationale of the studyLiterature reviewHypothesis/key
questionsResearch objectivesResearch
methodsStudy designStatistical biasProcedures/timelineSpecific steps to be taken
to complete the studyInstruments/data collection methodsOutcomesProposed data
analysis planStatistical analyses plannedPower analysis if appropriateData safety
monitoring if appropriateStudy participantsDescription of participatesRecruitment of
participatesConfidentiality/human subject’s protection/legal-ethical issues (if
appropriate)Sampling / rationaleInclusion/exclusion criteriaNumber of
subjectsStatistical Analysis (only if applicable)Anticipated Results and Potential
PitfallsImplications for PracticeAdapted from “Key Elements of a Social Science Research

2. Proposal: Statement of Research Plan” by the Office of Research at Northwestern University
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