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Measurement Issues in the Use of Epidemiological Data

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Because of the complexity associated with the emergence of health problems, precision in measuring exposure to both risk factors and types of health services used as well as health status is essential for precision in the decision-making process. The more accurately the health care manager can quantify exposure and outcome, the less likely he or she is to make a false claim about a causal relationship between the two. The soundness of the measurements used always should be a consideration when interpreting the magnitude of the health problems confronted, the factors that contribute to their emergence, and the strategies employed. The next chapters illustrate the importance of valid and reliable information.

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Oleske, D.M. (2002). Measurement Issues in the Use of Epidemiological Data. In: Oleske, D.M. (eds) Epidemiology and the Delivery of Health Care Services. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/0-306-47557-X_2

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