Objectives:

By now you should be able to:

1. Define the Likelihood Ratio (LR).
2. Calculate both the positive and negative LR for a diagnostic test.
3. Interpret what the LR represents in a clinical scenario.
4. Use a Fagan Nomogram to determine a patients post-test probability.

Credits

This web-based module was designed by Dr. Heather Murray, Ms. Sheila Pinchin, and Mr. Jacob Pace, Meds 2013. The module was developed by Jacob Pace with support from Ms. Lynel Jackson and MedTech.

Credits

This module is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial No Derivatives License. The module may be redistributed and used provided that credit is given to the author and it is used for non-commercial purposes only. The contents of the presentation cannot be changed or used individually.