Case‐control Studies

question 10

Multiple Choice

Case‐control studies

• A)identify a representative section of the population
• B)compare a group of people with disease to a group without
• C)follow up a sample of people over a long time period
• D)closely control cases of disease to try to cure them

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

A part of the nervous system that controls involuntary functions of the body, including heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in the brain and peripheral nervous system important for muscle contraction and signaling between nerve cells.

Norepinephrine

Norepinephrine is a neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, regulating heart rate, blood pressure, and sugar levels.

Fight or Flight

A physiological response to perceived threat or danger, preparing the body to fight or flee.