BS Nursing Epidemiology
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90. In clinical practice, a doctor screens patients for a particular disease using a test with high sensitivity but low specificity. What critical implication might this have for the patient?

A. Many false negative results.
B. Many false positive results, leading to unnecessary anxiety and follow-up tests.
C. Accurate diagnosis immediately.
D. No need for further testing.

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  • Many false negative results.
  • Many false positive results, leading to unnecessary anxiety and follow-up tests.
  • Accurate diagnosis immediately.
  • No need for further testing.

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