Which is true about a test that is highly sensitive for detecting a disease?
a. There is a high probability of having a false negative result.
b. There is a high probability of having a false positive result.
c. There is a low probability of having a false negative result.
d. There is a low probability of having a false positive result.
ANS: C
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a. Case manager b. Advocate c. Educator d. Role model
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1. Alcohol intake 2. Cigarette use 3. Recent weight loss 4. Pregnancy status
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