Cross-Sectional studies Flashcards
1
Q
Descriptive or analytic?
A
Descriptive
2
Q
Observational or interventional?
A
Observational
3
Q
What it is used to measure:
A
Can be used to describe the distribution of a stable exposure or outcome at a specific point of time.
4
Q
Strengths:
A
Can asses multiple exposures and outcomes at same time
Quick and inexpensive
Generate hypothesis
Describe and compare prevalence
Useful for planning
5
Q
Limitations:
A
No temporal sequencing
Not good for rare outcomes and exposures
Not good for assessing transient or variable exposures
Measures prevalence not incidence
6
Q
Measure of Occurrence:
A
Prevalence
7
Q
Measure of Association:
A
Can’t calculate
