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Tools for Decision Making Sections
Author Bio
Introduction
Probability Theory
Case Study 1: Patient History
Bayes' Theorem
Methods for Estimating Pre-test Probability
Estimating Likelihood Ratios
Sensitivity and Specificity
Interpreting Test Results
Currently selected section: Calculating Post-test Probabilities
Post-test Probabilities in Clinical Practice
Conclusions: Case Study 1
Part II
Part III
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Chapter 14: Tools for Decision Making: Calculating Post-test Probabilities

        

 

You Answered:

Selection BThe exercise ECG is the better test.

Incorrect

The correct answer is: (A).

You can conclude that the dobutamine echocardiogram is the better test in this circumstance because:

  • The post-test probability after a positive test is higher.
  • The post-test probability after a negative test is lower.




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