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Descriptive studies are used to assess the frequency and distribution of a particular disease in a defined population. (True/False)
Descriptive studies are used to assess the frequency and distribution of a particular disease in a defined population. (True/False)
True (A)
Analytical studies are limited in their ability to draw valid conclusions about any association or possible causality because the presence of risk factors and outcomes are measured simultaneously. (True/False)
Analytical studies are limited in their ability to draw valid conclusions about any association or possible causality because the presence of risk factors and outcomes are measured simultaneously. (True/False)
True (A)
Cross-sectional studies are used to look at a group of people over an extended period of time. (True/False)
Cross-sectional studies are used to look at a group of people over an extended period of time. (True/False)
False (B)
Case reports and case series have statistical validity due to the control group for comparing outcomes. (True/False)
Case reports and case series have statistical validity due to the control group for comparing outcomes. (True/False)
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Surveys collect information or data as reported by individuals at a specific point in time. (True/False)
Surveys collect information or data as reported by individuals at a specific point in time. (True/False)
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Evidence-based practice involves the combination of scientific evidence, patient's needs, and dentist's clinical skill and judgment.
Evidence-based practice involves the combination of scientific evidence, patient's needs, and dentist's clinical skill and judgment.
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The best available evidence in evidence-based practice is classified in ascending order according to its strength.
The best available evidence in evidence-based practice is classified in ascending order according to its strength.
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Systematic review and META analysis are classified as types of primary research in evidence-based practice.
Systematic review and META analysis are classified as types of primary research in evidence-based practice.
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Health policy makers do not consider evidence-based practice when making decisions to improve public health.
Health policy makers do not consider evidence-based practice when making decisions to improve public health.
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Evidence-based practice primarily aims to offer the best treatment to the patient without considering the associated risks.
Evidence-based practice primarily aims to offer the best treatment to the patient without considering the associated risks.
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