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Field Epidemiology and Disease Control Quiz

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What is the primary goal of field epidemiology?

To develop a clear hypothesis for field investigations
To conduct conventional epidemiologic studies
To understand the distribution of diseases
To guide the selection and implementation of interventions to lessen or prevent illness or death (correct)

What is a characteristic of field investigations involving acute problems?

They often do not start with a clear hypothesis (correct)
They are conducted solely in a laboratory setting
They start with a clear hypothesis
They involve a long-term study of the problem

Under what condition is the extent of the investigation likely to be limited?

When the problem is limited to a small geographic area
When the problem is unexpected
When the problem is chronic
When the problem requires a timely response (correct)

What is the definition of the branch of medicine that deals with the incidence, distribution, and possible control of diseases and other factors relating to health?

Epidemiology (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of public health epidemiologists in field investigations?

To travel to and work in the field to solve the problem (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between field investigations and conventional epidemiologic studies?

The need for timely intervention is greater in field investigations (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of field epidemiology?

Identifying causes of disease and outcomes at a population level (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the FETP model?

Focus on practice in the field (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a competency domain of the FETP model across all tiers?

Outbreak investigation (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is the effectiveness of the FETP approach expected to impact public health?

By improving the quality and use of surveillance data (B) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the participants in an FETP program?

They acquire skills through hands-on experience (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of field epidemiologists?

Identifying causes and outcomes of diseases in populations (B) Signup and view all the answers

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