Introduction to Epidemiology 6th Edition by Ray M Merrill

Exercise 1

Each of the following tend to characterize an epidemiology field investigation EXCEPT:

a. The problem is unexpected.

b. A timely response may be demanded.

c. The epidemiologist’s presence in the field is required to solve the problem.

d.When several people are confirmed cases, it may be sufficient to identify others as cases if they display the same signs and symptoms.

e. All of the above are true.

Step 1 of 5

Epidemiologic field investigations involve outbreak of diseases meaning when the disease is limited to a particular geographical area and can be traced to a common source.