Asked by Rilind Sadriu on Sep 22, 2024

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When testing whether we can achieve a less expensive and better way to treat a disease with an intervention that has shown to work previously,we are looking for

A) efficacy.
B) effectiveness.
C) efficiency.
D) power.
E) feasibility.

Efficiency

The ability to accomplish a task with the least waste of time and effort.

Effectiveness

The degree to which a procedure, when used under usual or everyday conditions, achieves the intended effect or results, distinguishing it from efficacy, which is measured under idealized conditions.

Efficacy

The ability to produce a desired or intended result.

  • Distinguish between efficacy, effectiveness, and efficiency in healthcare interventions.
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Dayanara Ordonez3 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Efficiency evaluates if effective treatments can achieve a less expensive and better way to work.The cost-benefit ratio is assessed where cost includes money,discomfort,pain,absenteeism,disability,and social stigma.