Which Procedure Refers to a Small-Scale Study in Which the Results

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which procedure refers to a small-scale study in which the results are only preliminary and intended only to assist in design of a subsequent study?

• A)pretest
• B)focus group
• C)primary test
• D)preliminary study

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Definitions:

Entero

Pertaining to the intestines.

-centesis

A medical term suffix used to describe a procedure involving puncture or penetration of a body cavity to aspirate or remove fluid.

Surgical Puncture

A medical procedure that involves piercing the skin or body tissues with a needle, usually to drain fluid or for diagnostic purposes.

Necrosis

The death of cells or tissues in the body due to disease, injury, or lack of blood supply.