Which of the Ideal Criteria for a Successful Screening Program

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the ideal criteria for a successful screening program is satisfied by the following statement: Colon cancer is the second most common cause of death from cancer?

• A) The disease produces substantial mortality or morbidity.
• B) Early detection improves outcome.
• C) There is a feasible testing strategy.
• D) Screening is acceptable in terms of costs, harms, and patient acceptance.

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Definitions:

Adverse Event

An unwanted, harmful event associated with the use of a medical treatment or procedure.

Quality Improvement

A systematic, formal approach to the analysis of practice performance and efforts to improve it, often encompassing activities that lead to measurable improvement in services or outcomes.

Ongoing Improvement

The continuous effort to enhance products, services, or processes to improve quality and performance.

Traditional Quality Assurance

Conventional methods and procedures designed to ensure that products or services meet specific quality standards prior to their delivery.