In Research Studies, What Does the Term "Exclusion Criteria" Mean

question 32

Multiple Choice

In research studies, what does the term "exclusion criteria" mean?

• A) Data not available for public use or study
• B) Context limits that disqualify some cases
• C) Exclusion of some context factors from study
• D) Data that have misleading units of measure

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Definitions:

Insomnia

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or both, leading to inadequate rest.

High Blood Pressure

A condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high, often leading to health problems.

Problems Falling Asleep

Difficulty initiating sleep, which can be a symptom of various sleep disorders or result from stress, anxiety, or environmental factors.

Strenuous Physical Exercise

Intense physical activity that requires a significant amount of effort and energy, often leading to improvements in physical fitness.