Fundamentals of Epidemiology

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Which one of these is the correct definition of epidemiology?

  • The study of disease transmission
  • The study of disease prevention
  • The study of clinical practice
  • The study of the distribution and determination of diseases (correct)

Which one of these is NOT an intended learning objective of the lecture?

  • Identify the difference between clinician and Epidemiologist
  • Define different terms related to infection and disease transmission (correct)
  • Explore different modes of disease transmission
  • Understand the scope of epidemiology

What is the origin of the word 'epidemiology'?

  • It comes from the Greek word 'Epi' meaning 'upon'
  • It comes from the Greek word 'Demos' meaning 'people'
  • It comes from the Greek word 'Logos' meaning 'science'
  • It comes from the Greek words 'Epi Demos Logos' meaning 'science upon people' (correct)

What is the epidemiologic triad?

<p>A model that explains the interaction between host, agent, and environment in disease transmission (A)</p>
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What is the natural history of disease?

<p>The progression of a disease over time (A)</p>
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