Using Intuition, or a "Gut Feeling" for Choice of Treatment

question 9

Multiple Choice

Using intuition, or a "gut feeling" for choice of treatment

• A) Is a good measure for choosing intervention strategies
• B) May be the most reliable way to choose treatment
• C) May be an ethical violation
• D) Is a good way to try out what you think will work best

---

Definitions:

Biomarkers

Biochemical, molecular, genetic, or structural characteristics that usually accompany a disease.

Alzheimer's Disease

A degenerative brain disorder characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss, often associated with the accumulation of amyloid plaques and tau tangles in the brain.

Longitudinal Study

A research design that involves repeated observations of the same variables (e.g., people) over a period of time, extending from months to decades.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the central and peripheral nervous systems that plays a crucial role in stimulating muscle contractions and involved in various brain functions.