The sensitivity of a diagnostic test is determined to be 92%. What does this say about the test?

A) A positive result from the diagnostic test is correct 92 out of every 100 tests.
B) The condition is present in 92 out of every 100 people with similar demographic and clinical characteristics.
C) The test will detect the condition in 92 out of every 100 patients who have the condition.
D) The test will give a negative result in 92 out of every 100 patients who do not have the condition.


C

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

Typical fascia is ________, ________ connective tissue

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Health Professions

Information flows from primary sensory areas to sensory association areas

a. True b. False

Health Professions

Which of the following organ's function is to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance, maintain blood pressure, and filter waste products from the blood?

A) Kidneys B) Liver C) Spleen D) Heart

Health Professions

Roster billing applies to which Part of Medicare?

A. Medicare Part A B. Medicare Part B C. Medicare Part C D. Medicare Part D

Health Professions