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The nurse implemented an immunization program for influenza for members of a parish. Following the implementation of the program, the nurse gathered data on the incidence of flu. What is this an example of?
 
  1. A retrospective study
  2. A controlled study
  3. A prospective study
  4. An experimental study

Question 2

The high school nurse reviewed past records of female students in the school to determine the rate of teenage pregnancy. What is this an example of?
 
  1. A retrospective study
  2. A controlled study
  3. A prospective study
  4. An experimental study

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

A prospective study starts with an event and then monitors the outcomes. A retrospective study starts with an event and then looks at past records to determine the possible causes or past rates of occurrence. A controlled study is not covered in the text. An experimental study is often conducted to determine the effectiveness of a particular therapeutic modality.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1

A retrospective study starts with an event and then reviews past records to determine the possible causes or past rates of occurrence. A controlled study is not covered in the text. A prospective study starts with an event and then moves forward in time to look at outcomes such as follow-up studies. An experimental study is often conducted to determine the effectiveness of a particular therapeutic modality.