The introduction of a screening test for the early detection of a treatable but

Question

The introduction of a screening test for the early detection of a treatable but uncurable disease would result in: (1 point) A. An apparent temporary increase in incidence and an apparent permanent increase in prevalence B. An apparent temporary decrease in incidence and an apparent permanent increase in prevalence C. An apparent temporary increase in incidence and an apparent permanent decrease in prevalence D. An apparent temporary decrease in incidence and an apparent permanent decrease in prevalence. E. None of the above. 32.

Explanation / Answer

Correct option:

C.   An apparent temporary increase in incidence and an apparent permanent decrease in prevalence.

EXPLANATION:

Because of the screening test, disease will be identified so that there will be an apparent temporary increase in incidence.

Because the disease is detected early, because of proper treatment, there will be an apparent decrease in prevalence.

Related Questions

Navigate

• Browse (All)
• Browse T
• Subjects

---

---

Integrity-first tutoring: explanations and feedback only — we do not complete graded work. Learn more.