Descriptive Epi Flashcards
1
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what is descriptive epidemiology
A
generally surveys, cross-sectional studies
generates frequency analysis and cross tabs; correlational data
generally assess characteristics of time, place or person
2
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what are the advantages of cross-sectional design
A
relatively inexpensive and simple
no follow-up
3
Q
what are the disadvantaages of cross-sectional design
A
as exposure and outcome are determined at some point in time, cant establish causality
4
Q
what is the use for cross-sectional design
A
hypothesis generating
5
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What are the usual categories
A
person: age, sex, SES, height, weight, etc
place: geographic locations (hotel, state, country, etc)
time: day of week, month, etc
