The Type of Epidemiologic Study That Is Used to Describe

question 16

Multiple Choice

The type of epidemiologic study that is used to describe a group of persons enrolled in a study who share some characteristic of interest and who are followed over a period of time to observe some health outcome is a(n) :

• A) Case control study
• B) Cross-sectional study
• C) Cohort study
• D) Experimental study

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Definitions:

Schizophrenia

A serious mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thought, perception, and behavior, leading to a detachment from reality.

Bipolar Disorder

A mental disorder marked by extreme mood swings between mania and depression.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by persistent and excessive worry about various aspects of life.

Persistent Feelings

Emotions or sentiments that linger for an extended period, often impacting an individual's mood or behavior over time.