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Health Economics Research Methods

Description: This quiz covers various research methods used in health economics, including study designs, data collection techniques, and statistical analysis methods.
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Which of the following is a commonly used study design in health economics research?

  1. Randomized controlled trial (RCT)

  2. Cohort study

  3. Case-control study

  4. Cross-sectional study

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

RCTs are considered the gold standard for evaluating the effectiveness of interventions in health economics research, as they allow for causal inference.

What is the purpose of a cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) in health economics?

  1. To compare the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions

  2. To estimate the cost of a specific healthcare intervention

  3. To evaluate the effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

  4. To determine the cost-sharing arrangement for a healthcare intervention

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

CEAs are used to compare the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions in order to determine which intervention is the most cost-effective.

What type of data collection method involves directly observing and recording the behavior of individuals?

  1. Survey

  2. Interview

  3. Focus group

  4. Observational study

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Observational studies involve directly observing and recording the behavior of individuals without intervening or manipulating the variables of interest.

Which statistical method is commonly used to analyze data from a randomized controlled trial (RCT)?

  1. t-test

  2. ANOVA

  3. Regression analysis

  4. Meta-analysis

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The t-test is a statistical method used to compare the means of two groups in an RCT.

What is the purpose of a sensitivity analysis in health economics research?

  1. To assess the impact of uncertainty on the results of an economic evaluation

  2. To determine the cost-effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

  3. To estimate the cost of a specific healthcare intervention

  4. To evaluate the effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sensitivity analysis is used to assess the impact of uncertainty in the input parameters of an economic evaluation on the results of the evaluation.

Which of the following is a commonly used method for valuing health outcomes in health economics research?

  1. Quality-adjusted life years (QALYs)

  2. Willingness-to-pay (WTP)

  3. Cost-utility analysis (CUA)

  4. Disability-adjusted life years (DALYs)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

QALYs are a commonly used method for valuing health outcomes in health economics research, as they combine both the length and quality of life into a single measure.

What is the purpose of a meta-analysis in health economics research?

  1. To combine the results of multiple studies to provide a more precise estimate of the effect of an intervention

  2. To assess the impact of uncertainty on the results of an economic evaluation

  3. To determine the cost-effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

  4. To estimate the cost of a specific healthcare intervention

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Meta-analysis is a statistical method used to combine the results of multiple studies to provide a more precise estimate of the effect of an intervention.

Which of the following is a commonly used method for collecting data on healthcare costs in health economics research?

  1. Claims data

  2. Patient surveys

  3. Provider surveys

  4. Cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Claims data are a commonly used method for collecting data on healthcare costs in health economics research, as they provide detailed information on the healthcare services used by patients.

What is the purpose of a cost-utility analysis (CUA) in health economics?

  1. To compare the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions

  2. To estimate the cost of a specific healthcare intervention

  3. To evaluate the effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

  4. To determine the cost-sharing arrangement for a healthcare intervention

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

CUAs are used to compare the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions in order to determine which intervention is the most cost-effective.

Which of the following is a commonly used method for valuing healthcare interventions in health economics research?

  1. Quality-adjusted life years (QALYs)

  2. Willingness-to-pay (WTP)

  3. Cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA)

  4. Disability-adjusted life years (DALYs)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

QALYs are a commonly used method for valuing healthcare interventions in health economics research, as they combine both the length and quality of life into a single measure.

What is the purpose of a cost-benefit analysis (CBA) in health economics?

  1. To compare the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions

  2. To estimate the cost of a specific healthcare intervention

  3. To evaluate the effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

  4. To determine the cost-sharing arrangement for a healthcare intervention

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

CBAs are used to compare the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions in order to determine which intervention is the most cost-effective.

Which of the following is a commonly used method for collecting data on patient preferences in health economics research?

  1. Survey

  2. Interview

  3. Focus group

  4. Observational study

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surveys are a commonly used method for collecting data on patient preferences in health economics research, as they allow researchers to directly ask patients about their preferences for different healthcare interventions.

What is the purpose of a budget impact analysis (BIA) in health economics?

  1. To estimate the impact of a new healthcare intervention on the budget of a healthcare system

  2. To determine the cost-effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

  3. To evaluate the effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

  4. To determine the cost-sharing arrangement for a healthcare intervention

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

BIAs are used to estimate the impact of a new healthcare intervention on the budget of a healthcare system.

Which of the following is a commonly used method for collecting data on healthcare utilization in health economics research?

  1. Claims data

  2. Patient surveys

  3. Provider surveys

  4. Observational study

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Claims data are a commonly used method for collecting data on healthcare utilization in health economics research, as they provide detailed information on the healthcare services used by patients.

What is the purpose of a Markov model in health economics research?

  1. To simulate the progression of a disease over time

  2. To estimate the cost of a specific healthcare intervention

  3. To evaluate the effectiveness of a healthcare intervention

  4. To determine the cost-sharing arrangement for a healthcare intervention

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Markov models are used to simulate the progression of a disease over time, taking into account the probabilities of different health states and the costs and benefits of different healthcare interventions.

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