Question

the adverse consequences of using a screening test which has a low specificity include: 1. unnecessarily subjecting people to a potential risk associated with diagnostic procedures 2. possible psychological trauma that accompanies suspicion of a disease 3. increased burden of further diagnostic services 4. increased costs of the screening test Which of the above statements are correct

Answer 1

All the statements presented are correct.

The adverse consequences of using a screening test with low specificity include unnecessary risks, psychological trauma, increased burden of further diagnostic services, and increased costs. Low specificity in screening tests can lead to a variety of adverse effects including unnecessary diagnostic risks, psychological trauma from a false suspicion of disease, an increased burden on healthcare services, and higher overall screening costs.

Step-by-step explanation:

First, low specificity means there is a higher chance of false positives, which could lead to unnecessarily subjecting people to the risks associated with further diagnostic procedures.

Second, there is the possible psychological trauma associated with the suspicion of having a disease, which can be significant.

Third, low specificity increases the burden on healthcare systems due to the need for additional diagnostic services, and finally, these additional services contribute to the overall increased costs of healthcare due to the screening.

All the statements presented are correct:

• Unnecessarily subjecting people to a potential risk associated with diagnostic procedures
• Possible psychological trauma that accompanies suspicion of a disease
• Increased burden of further diagnostic services
• Increased costs of the screening test