Statistics in Health Sciences Module 06
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What is the primary characteristic of homoscedastic data?

  • Data points are compact and clustering on the line of best fit.
  • Data points show no relationship to the line of best fit.
  • Data points increase their variability towards the line of best fit.
  • Data points are consistently spread out around the line of best fit. (correct)

Which statement accurately describes heteroscedastic data?

  • Data points show a perfect linear relationship.
  • Data points are uniformly distributed around the line of best fit.
  • Data points spread out unevenly with increasing variability. (correct)
  • Data points exhibit little variability across the entire data set.

What does the Pearson correlation coefficient signify?

  • The average of all data points in the set.
  • The slope of the line of best fit.
  • The total variation explained by the independent variable.
  • The strength and direction of a linear relationship between two variables. (correct)

What range of values can the Pearson correlation coefficient ('r') take?

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What does a correlation coefficient of 0 indicate?

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What happens to the data points in a heteroscedastic distribution?

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What is true about the units of correlation coefficients?

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What must be manipulated to calculate the Pearson correlation coefficient?

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What does the correlation coefficient indicate in a Pearson correlation analysis?

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What is the null hypothesis in a Pearson correlation analysis?

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If the p value in a Pearson correlation analysis is less than the significance level (e.g., α = .05), what decision should be made regarding the null hypothesis?

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In a Pearson correlation analysis, which hypothesis suggests that a correlation exists between the two variables?

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What is the typical significance level used for hypothesis testing in correlation analyses?

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What information does the p value provide in a Pearson correlation analysis?

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In the context of Pearson correlation, what does a p value of 0.08 indicate when the significance level is set at 0.05?

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What is the primary purpose of regression analysis?

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What relationship are researchers exploring when they conduct a Pearson correlation in the example provided involving heart disease?

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Which of the following correctly defines a response variable?

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Which of the following statements about correlation and regression is true?

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In regression analysis, what is the role of the explanatory variable?

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What type of correlation is used when data does not meet the assumptions of normality?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when interpreting correlation results?

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What does a correlation coefficient signify?

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When might it be important to consider outliers in correlation analysis?

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What is the main purpose of multiple linear regression analysis?

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In logistic regression, what type of response variable is analyzed?

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Which of the following scenarios could be analyzed using multiple linear regression?

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What is one major outcome of the Ottawa Ankle Rules as discussed?

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How has Dr. Stiell's work with regression analysis impacted healthcare?

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What can regression analyses help identify in healthcare settings?

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What is a significant challenge in establishing correct correlations between variables in healthcare?

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Which of the following best describes logistic regression versus multiple linear regression?

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What common mistake might healthcare professionals make regarding regression analyses?

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Why are missing data considered non-random in healthcare?

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What is a potential solution advocated for improving data management in healthcare?

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What effect does inconsistent data collection have on machine learning in healthcare?

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How can machine learning models be impacted by missing data in patient records?

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In which way are machine learning algorithms in healthcare often confused by data?

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What role is increasingly likely to grow in healthcare according to current trends?

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What does the current state of data collection in healthcare imply?

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What does the Pearson Correlation measure?

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Homoscedasticity in correlation implies that:

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Which of the following best describes the coefficient of determination?

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What does a scatter plot illustrate?

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In Spearman’s correlation, rankings are used because it:

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Response variables in regression analysis are typically referred to as:

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Which of the following describes a regression residual?

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What is the main consideration for sample size in health sciences research?

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A major misconception in interpreting correlation is that:

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The least squares method in regression is used to:

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What does 'significance' refer to in statistical analysis?

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The Ottawa Ankle Rules are an example of applying regression in which context?

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Flashcards

Correlation

A statistical measure of the relationship between two variables.

Scatter Plot

A graph that displays the relationship between two variables by plotting data points.

Line of Best Fit

A line on a scatter plot that best represents the relationship between two variables.

Pearson Correlation

A measure of the linear relationship between two continuous variables.

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Linearity

A straight-line relationship between two variables.

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Homoscedasticity

Equal variability of data around the regression line.

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Spearman's Correlation

A measure of the monotonic relationship between two variables.

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Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC)

A measure of the agreement among raters or measurements.

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Correlation vs. Causation

Correlation does not imply causation; a relationship doesn't prove one variable causes another.

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Regression

A statistical method used to model the relationship between a dependent and independent variable.

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Response Variable

The variable being predicted or explained in a regression model.

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Explanatory Variable

The variable used to predict or explain the response variable.

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Least Squares Method

A method for finding the best-fitting line through data points in regression.

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Coefficient of Determination

Explains the proportion of variance explained by the model in regression.

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Replication Crisis

A reproducibility problem in scientific research, especially in healthcare fields

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Homoscedastic Data

Data with a consistent spread around the line of best fit.

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Heteroscedastic Data

Data with an uneven spread around the line of best fit; variability changes.

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Pearson Correlation Coefficient

A measure of the strength and direction of a linear relationship between two variables.

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Perfect Positive Correlation

A linear relationship where as one variable increases, the other increases perfectly.

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Perfect Negative Correlation

A linear relationship where as one variable increases, the other decreases perfectly.

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Correlation Coefficient Range

Values range from -1 to +1

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Correlation Coefficient Value of 0

Indicates no linear relationship between two variables.

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Intraclass Correlation (ICC)

Measures how well different raters or measurements agree.

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Null Hypothesis (Correlation)

No correlation exists between two variables; the probability of a correlation is zero.

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Alternative Hypothesis (Correlation)

A correlation exists between two variables; the probability of a correlation is not zero.

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Significance Level (α)

A predetermined threshold used to decide whether to reject or fail to reject the null hypothesis.

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P-value (Correlation)

The probability of observing a correlation as extreme as, or more extreme than, the one found, if there is truly no correlation.

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Correlation Coefficient

Numerical value describing the magnitude and direction of a relationship (e.g., 0.8, -0.5).

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Hypothesis Testing

Process of using data to support or reject a claim about a population.

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Weight and LDL Relationship (Example)

A Pearson correlation can be used to explore if weight is related to LDL cholesterol levels.

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Missing Data in Healthcare

When patient information is incomplete due to factors like refusing tests, missed appointments, or other non-random reasons.

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Non-Random Missing Data

Missing data in healthcare that has a specific reason and is not simply random chance.

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Data Collection Inconsistencies

Different healthcare facilities collect and store data in various ways, leading to inconsistencies in datasets for analysis.

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Confounding Variable in Healthcare

An extraneous factor that can distort the relationship between variables being studied, such as different data collection practices between clinics.

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Standardization in Healthcare Data

The need for consistent data collection methods and quality standards across the healthcare system to enhance data analysis.

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Data Quality Metrics

Measures used to assess the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of healthcare data.

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Pooling Patient Populations

Combining data from diverse patient groups to increase sample size and improve the analysis of correlations.

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Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

The use of AI algorithms to analyze medical data, potentially improving diagnoses, treatments, and healthcare outcomes.

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Multiple Regression

A statistical method used to predict a response variable based on multiple explanatory variables. All variables are measured on a scale.

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Logistic Regression

A statistical method used to predict a categorical response variable (like yes/no or success/failure) based on one or more explanatory variables.

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Ottawa Ankle Rules

A set of clinical decision rules used to determine if an ankle injury requires an X-ray. It's based on data from multiple studies.

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What are clinical decision rules?

Guidelines or algorithms based on research that help healthcare professionals make clinical decisions, like whether to order a test or refer a patient.

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Predictive Variables

Variables that help forecast or predict a specific outcome. For example, in the Ottawa Ankle Rules, certain symptoms and signs indicate a higher risk of ankle fracture.

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How can regression be used in healthcare?

Regression analyses can create clinical decision rules, risk scales, and predictive models to help diagnose and manage conditions.

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Inter-rater Reliability

The level of agreement between different raters when assessing the same subject. Used to test if new assessment tools are consistent.

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How can regression be used to improve healthcare?

Regression can help create more efficient diagnostic and treatment plans, saving money and improving patient care.

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Study Notes

Module 06: Correlation, Regression, and Other Statistical Applications in Health Sciences

  • This module focuses on correlation and regression analysis, with a particular emphasis on how these techniques are applied in health sciences.
  • The course material is designed to be utilized through online modules.
  • Use of the online module guide is for supplementary learning.
  • Distribute the guide only to enrolled students to maintain academic integrity.
  • The guide should be referred back to the online module if a discrepancy arises.

Table of Contents

  • Topics covered include: Introduction, Module learning outcomes, Module 06 assessments, Module Homework, etc.
  • Correlation analysis is divided into three sections: Correlation, Introduction to Regression, and Statistical Considerations of the Health Sciences.

Section 01: Correlation

  • Correlation refers to the relatedness between two continuous variables.
  • Scatter plots are a visual representation of the relationship between two variables. The independent variable is plotted on the x-axis, and the dependent variable is plotted on the y-axis.
  • Correlation coefficients range from -1 to +1. A value of +1 indicates a perfect positive correlation, -1 indicates a perfect negative correlation, and 0 indicates no correlation.
  • Types of correlation analyses include: Pearson correlation, Spearman's rank correlation, and Intraclass correlation coefficients (ICCs).
  • Assumptions of Pearson correlation include:
    • Scale data for both variables
    • Normal distribution of both variables
    • Linearity
    • Homoscedasticity
  • Guidelines for interpreting correlation coefficients vary depending on the field of study, but a commonly used guideline is based on the values presented in the Evans (1996) article.
  • Significance values and hypothesis testing
  • Sample problem on Pearson correlation
  • Spearman's rank correlation uses ranks rather than raw data scores; it's helpful when data is not normally distributed.
  • Calculation and interpretation of ICCs.

Section 02: Introduction to Regression

  • Unlike correlation, which only describes the relationship between variables, regression investigates the influence of one variable on another.
  • Explanatory variables (X) are those that are used to predict the response (Y) variable.
  • Response variables (Y) are those that are being predicted.
  • Calculating Y intercept and slope
  • Assumptions for regression analysis include:
    • Scale data
    • Normal distribution of residuals
    • Linearity
    • Homoscedasticity
  • Regression Equation: Y = β₀ + β₁X + ε
  • The regression line passes through the mean of X and the mean of Y.
  • Interpreting the coefficient of determination (r²).

Section 03: Statistical Considerations in the Health Sciences

  • Importance of data quality
  • Statistical significance vs. clinical & biological significance
  • Data reproducibility
  • Avoiding bias in research (e.g., publication bias, questionable research practices like p-hacking), and how reproducibility relates to statistical significance.
  • A review of the PPDAC (Problem, Plan, Data, Analysis, Conclusion) cycle.
  • Examples of how study design impacts statistical methods.
  • Importance of sample size.
  • Using data quality to improve machine learning models
  • Applications of statistical methods in healthcare (e.g., clinical decision-making)

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