Oversight Agencies Such as the Joint Commission and CMS Have

question 27

True/False

Oversight agencies such as the Joint Commission and CMS have designated healthcare-associated infections as preventable so hold facilities accountable when they do occur.​

Distinguish between the phases of disease progression and the role of screening in disease detection.

Understand the importance of preventive measures in healthcare, including primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies.

Recognize the factors that influence the validity and reliability of epidemiological data.

Master the calculation and interpretation of sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values of diagnostic tests.

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