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Questions and Answers
Why did CDC stop reporting on the number of EVALI cases in February 2020?
Why did CDC stop reporting on the number of EVALI cases in February 2020?
- The primary cause of EVALI was identified (correct)
- CDC received inaccurate data from states
- The data collection process was too time-consuming
- There was a resurgence of EVALI cases
What should clinicians do if they suspect a case of EVALI?
What should clinicians do if they suspect a case of EVALI?
- Report it to CDC directly
- Ignore it as it is no longer a concern
- Report it to their local or state health department (correct)
- Treat it as a regular lung disease
When did CDC start collecting data on EVALI cases using a standardized case report form?
When did CDC start collecting data on EVALI cases using a standardized case report form?
- September 2019
- August 2019 (correct)
- July 2019
- February 2020
What data source does CDC use to monitor EVALI-related trends?
What data source does CDC use to monitor EVALI-related trends?
What does the data from emergency departments suggest about EVALI?
What does the data from emergency departments suggest about EVALI?