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For this discussion, please ensure you have a minimum of 250 words.

1. Define the following terms that are related to screening tests:

A. Reliability and validity

B. Sensitivity and specificity

C. Predictive value (+) and predictive value (-)

Additionally, ensure your discussion provides an in depth analysis into the content. One or two sentence responses will not suffice. You need to provide at least a paragraph for each question. Dig deeper into the content. Please provide any references utilized to formulate your discussion at the end of your discussion.

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    For this discussion, please ensure you have a minimum of 250 words.

    Conduct a web search for “whole body scans.” They are CT scans of the entire body and are promoted as a method for early detection of abnormalities. Using your own ideas, construct a list of the advantages and disadvantages of whole body scans and reach a conclusion. To what extent are whole body scans related to the issue of overdiagnosis?

    Additionally, ensure your discussion provides an in depth analysis into the content. One or two sentence responses will not suffice. You need to provide at least a paragraph for each question. Dig deeper into the content. Please provide any references utilized to formulate your discussion at the end of your discussion.