W4

Question 1

What should be done in the context of uncertainty?

Answer 1

Consider probability for better decision-making in the context of uncertainty

Question 2

Probability scale?

Answer 2

0-1 or 0-100%

Question 3

What is shared decision making?

Answer 3

• helping patient make a decision
• leading them in making an informed decision

Question 4

Are biases shortcomings?

Answer 4

No, biases are a human trait

Question 5

Define representativeness?

Answer 5

The degree to which something is representative of , or similar to, the stereotype

Question 6

An uncommon ppt of a common disease is more likely than a common ppt of a rare disease.
True or False?

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Define reference class?

Answer 7

the set of patients that most closely matches this patient

Question 8

Why specify sub-populations when considering prevalence of reference classes?

Answer 8

can specify sub-populations to get a more accurate estimate

Question 9

Cons of reference classes?

Answer 9

• an underestimate if it is something that people frequently seek medical attention for
• less helpful for acute conditions

Question 10

Differentiate between basic and specific reference classes?

Answer 10

Basic: prevalence of disease in a population
Specific: studies that give eventual diagnosis in patients presenting with complaints similar to your patient’s

Question 11

What should not be considered as a reference class?

Answer 11

• life time prevalence
• incidence in the population