Asked by Ayanna Mcduffie on Aug 01, 2024

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In 1999 the army of country Z started to collect data from all their recruits.As part of the process,they conducted a full physical examination in which audition was measured and reported as normal hearing,low hearing loss,and severe hearing loss.Unfortunately,5 years later country Z went into a war with country Y.In 2018 a researcher from University U decided to conduct a study in which she investigated the association between hearing loss and suffering a war injury.What type of study design is being illustrated in this example?

A) Case-control study
B) Cross-sectional study
C) Ecologic study
D) Prospective cohort study
E) Retrospective cohort study

Association

A statistical relationship between two or more variables, which does not necessarily imply a cause-and-effect relationship.

Audition

A trial performance by an actor, singer, musician, or dancer to demonstrate suitability for a role, part, or position.

Prospective Cohort

A research study that follows a group of individuals over time to determine how their exposures affect their outcomes.

  • Comprehend the essential features and objectives of various epidemiological research designs.
  • Understand the significance of monitoring intervals in long-term research for documenting variations in health condition.
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Renee Y HarrisAug 01, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The study design described in this question is a retrospective cohort in which the exposure to hearing loss was ascertained from past records collected by the army.