Patients Who Score 7 Points or Higher on a Screening

question 15

Multiple Choice

Patients who score 7 points or higher on a screening instrument are found to be significantly more likely to require readmission post-surgery than those who score less than 7 points. The screening instrument is said to have:

• A) Feasibility
• B) Convergent validity
• C) Homogeneity
• D) Predictive validity

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Definitions:

Sick Role

A sociological concept regarding the social aspects of becoming ill and the privileges and obligations that come with it.

Feigning Illness

The act of pretending to be affected by a medical condition or symptoms of illness, often for gaining sympathy, avoiding duty, or other personal benefits.

External Gain

Benefits obtained from an individual's behavior or condition, often viewed in the context of psychological disorders or social interactions.

Factitious

Intentionally produced or simulated, often referring to symptoms or illnesses created by an individual to assume the sick role.