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Christina Thomas
on Dec 07, 2024
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Ten new cases of schizophrenia were diagnosed in a small town in the Midwest this week. This observation refers to the _____ of schizophrenia in this small population.
A) risk
B) incidence
C) prevalence
D) epidemiology
Incidence
The occurrence, rate, or frequency of a disease, disorder, or event in a specified population over a particular period of time.
Small Population
A group of individuals or entities considered small in number within a larger context or comparison.
- Elucidate the principles of prevalence, incidence, and risk within the context of epidemiology research.
Verified Answer
GY
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the principles of prevalence, incidence, and risk within the context of epidemiology research.
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