The Test Result That Yields a Negative When It Should

question 2

Multiple Choice

The test result that yields a negative when it should yield a positive result is a

• A) false negative
• B) false positive
• C) positive-positive
• D) negative-negative
• E) inconclusive

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Definitions:

Tachypnea

Rapid breathing; an increased respiratory rate which may be a sign of distress or a symptom of a medical condition.

Rapid Breathing

An increased rate of respiration, which can be a symptom of various conditions including anxiety, infection, or respiratory disorders.

Ana-

A prefix in medical terminology meaning "up," "back," "again," or "excessive."

Inter-

Inter- is a prefix meaning between or among, indicating interaction or interconnectedness when used in compound words.