Which of the Following Statements Is True About the Use

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about the use of an oral irrigator?

• A)It is recommended to reduce ulcerations of the buccal mucosa.
• B)Do not use for a periodontal abscess.
• C)It can be used in place of flossing.
• D)AHA has established guidelines for patients requiring antibiotic prophylaxis.

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Definitions:

Generalizing Findings

the process of applying the results or conclusions from a specific study to larger populations or different contexts beyond the original scope of the research.

Internal Validity

The degree to which the changes in the dependent variable of an experiment are a result of the manipulation of the independent variable. If no alternative explanations are possible, the experiment has strong internal validity.

External Validity

The generalizability of the findings in an investigation, or the degree to which the findings apply to other individuals in other settings.