Asked by Andrew McDonald on Jul 31, 2024
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According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ,during the Ebola outbreak of 2014 in West Africa,there were a total of 14,124 Ebola cases in Sierra Leone and 3,956 deaths due to Ebola.What was the case fatality rate in that country?
A) 3.5%
B) 22%
C) 28%
D) 3,956
E) 14,124
Case Fatality Rate
The proportion of individuals diagnosed with a particular disease who die from that disease within a specified time period.
Ebola Outbreak
The occurrence of cases of Ebola Virus Disease, a severe and often fatal illness in humans, in a specific area or population.
West Africa
A region of Africa that includes countries along the Atlantic coast and some inland areas, known for its diverse cultures, histories, and economies.
- Understand how to calculate the case fatality rate and apply it to specific disease outbreaks.
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kelsey kadlubAug 06, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
3,956 deaths represent 28% of the total number of cases of Ebola.This proportion is known as the case-fatality rate.
Learning Objectives
- Understand how to calculate the case fatality rate and apply it to specific disease outbreaks.