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Tools for Decision Making Sections
Author Bio
Introduction
Probability Theory
Case Study 1: Patient History
Bayes' Theorem
Currently selected section: Methods for Estimating Pre-test Probability
Estimating Likelihood Ratios
Sensitivity and Specificity
Interpreting Test Results
Calculating Post-test Probabilities
Post-test Probabilities in Clinical Practice
Conclusions: Case Study 1
Part II
Part III
References

 

Chapter 14: Tools for Decision Making: Methods for Estimating Pre-test Probability

        

 

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Selection DNone of the above

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The correct answer is: (B).

"Atypical angina" is the reasonable choice. The pain is anginal in character, although not classically so, as noted above. The pain is unrelated to exertion and is mild enough so that the patient can continue what he or she is doing, which is characteristic of atypical angina.




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