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Tools for Decision Making Sections
Author Bio
Introduction
Part I
Expected Value Decision Making
Case Study 2: Patient History
Using a Decision Tree
Assigning Utility
Currently selected section: Expected Value and QALYs
Sensitivity Analysis
Conclusions: Case Study 2
Part III

References


Chapter 14: Tools for Decision Making: Expected Values and QALYs
        

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Selection B[10 x 0.6] x 0.125 = 0.075


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The correct answer is: (D) [0.875 x 6] + [0.125 x 0] = 5.25


Figure 2.5.2b: Calculating QALYs for the "Treat Infection" Option
Decision tree for Treat infection. Calculating QALYs where UloseLeg is 10 x .6 and cure infection is 1.0. Step 1: [0.875 x 6] + 0.125 x 0] = 5.25.

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