Review the cdc field epidemiology manual

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Assignment:

Review Chapter of The CDC Field Epidemiology Manual, "Conducting a Field Investigation," and focus on the 10 steps in an outbreak investigation. Select "The Queens Killer" from the "CDC Solve the Outbreak scenarios" and complete the interactive activity.

After completing the interactive activity, construct an essay page response in which you:

1. Summarize the outbreak scenario using the 10 steps in the outbreak investigation (as listed in The CDC Field Epidemiology Manual or listed below).

2. Ensure your summary provides a clear description of each step.

3. How was each step presented in the scenario?

4. Identify which concepts were covered in your scenario (incidence, prevalence, attack rate, etc.).

How did you apply what you learned in this course to assist you in the investigation?
What methods, practices, and/or techniques from this course helped you complete the investigation?

10 steps in the outbreak is as listed below:

Step 1. Prepare for Field Work

Step 2. Confirm the Diagnosis

Step 3. Determine the Existence of an Outbreak

Step 4. Identify and Count Cases

Step 5. Tabulate and Orient the Data in Terms of Time, Place, and Person

Step 6. Consider Whether Control Measures Can Be Implemented Now

Step 7. Develop and Test Hypotheses

Step 8. Plan One or More Systematic Studies

Step 9. Implement and Evaluate Control and Prevention Measures

Step 10. Communicate Findings

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