Epidemiology Quiz 4 – Flashcards

Which of the following examines the relationship between diseases or other health-related characteristics and other variables of interest as they exist in a defined population at one particular time? Choose one answer. A. Case series B. Cross-sectional study C. Case report D. Hypothesis

Differences in the occurrence of diseases and adverse health conditions in the population are known as: Choose one answer. A. Place variables B. Health disparities C. None of these are correct D. Age variables

The process of inference in descriptive epidemiology refers to Choose one answer. A. All of these are correct. B. Making comparisons from observations C. Drawing conclusions about the nature of exposures and health outcomes. D. Formulating hypotheses to be tested in analytic research.

Descriptive epidemiology provides information for: Choose one answer. A. Conducting additional research B. Targeting interventions C. Evaluating health services D. All of these are correct

In epidemiology, person variables include: Choose one answer. A. Both socioeconomic status and race B. Secular trends C. Socioeconomic status D. Race

In epidemiology, place variables include: Choose one answer. A. Point epidemics B. Secular trends C. Localized occurrence of disease D. All of these are correct

What factors may be considered when measuring socioeconomic status? Choose one answer. A. Occupation type B. Income level C. Education level D. All of these are correct