Calculating Odds Ratio
Data can be qualitative or quantitative. Qualitative data is helpful to generate a hypothesis and gather information if little is known about an expected association. Focus groups, key informant interviews, and case studies are types of qualitative data collection methods used to identify common themes from which to build a hypothesis. Quantitative data collection and analysis is used to test a hypothesis and make comparisons to determine the direction and strength of a potential association. The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is cross-sectional panel survey used to collect quantitative data on adult behaviors and risk factors. It is one of the largest U.S. health data collection efforts. The data can be used to analyze associations on a state or country level. Follow the steps to obtain a 2x2 contingency table (also known as a "cross tabulation") crossing binge drinking with depression.
1. Retrieve the "BRFSS Web-Enabled Analysis Tool" resource provided in the Topic Materials.
2. Select "Cross Tabulation."
3. Select "2015" for the year.
4. Select "Arizona" for the state.
5. Select "Alcohol Consumption: Binge drinkers (males having five or more drinks on one occasion, females having four or more drinks on one occasion)" for Step 2 Select Row.
6. Select "Chronic Health Conditions: Ever diagnosed with a depressive disorder, including depression, major depression, dysthymia, or minor depression" for Step 3 Select Column.
7. Skip Steps 4 and 5.
8. Select "Sample Size" for Step 6 Select Statistics and run the report for the cross tabulation.
Part 1
Using the data from the cross tabulation results, calculate the odds ratio for depression among those exposed to binge drinking. Interpret the odds ratio and discuss if the odds ratio is a good estimate of the relative risk in this situation. Why or why not? Show your 2x2 table and all calculations. Present or describe the formula you used to arrive at your answer.
Part 2
Use the Topic Material, "BRFSS Web-Enabled Analysis Tool," located on the CDC website, and run a report for two variables of interest to you. Create a 2x2 table and calculate the odds ratio for this association. Interpret the odds ratio and discuss the public health importance of the association. Show your 2x2 table. Present or describe the formula you used to arrive at your answer.
Refer to the "Creating a 2x2 Contingency Table" resource for guidance in creating 2x2 contingency tables.
General Requirements
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the
LopesWrite Technical Support articles
for assistance.
Use the "BRFSS Web Enabled Analysis Tool," located on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website, to co.
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1. Calculating Odds Ratio
Data can be qualitative or quantitative. Qualitative data is
helpful to generate a hypothesis and gather information if little
is known about an expected association. Focus groups, key
informant interviews, and case studies are types of qualitative
data collection methods used to identify common themes from
which to build a hypothesis. Quantitative data collection and
analysis is used to test a hypothesis and make comparisons to
determine the direction and strength of a potential association.
The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is
cross-sectional panel survey used to collect quantitative data on
adult behaviors and risk factors. It is one of the largest U.S.
health data collection efforts. The data can be used to analyze
associations on a state or country level. Follow the steps to
obtain a 2x2 contingency table (also known as a "cross
tabulation") crossing binge drinking with depression.
1. Retrieve the "BRFSS Web-Enabled Analysis Tool" resource
provided in the Topic Materials.
2. Select "Cross Tabulation."
3. Select "2015" for the year.
4. Select "Arizona" for the state.
5. Select "Alcohol Consumption: Binge drinkers (males having
five or more drinks on one occasion, females having four or
more drinks on one occasion)" for Step 2 Select Row.
6. Select "Chronic Health Conditions: Ever diagnosed with a
2. depressive disorder, including depression, major depression,
dysthymia, or minor depression" for Step 3 Select Column.
7. Skip Steps 4 and 5.
8. Select "Sample Size" for Step 6 Select Statistics and run the
report for the cross tabulation.
Part 1
Using the data from the cross tabulation results, calculate the
odds ratio for depression among those exposed to binge
drinking. Interpret the odds ratio and discuss if the odds ratio is
a good estimate of the relative risk in this situation. Why or
why not? Show your 2x2 table and all calculations. Present or
describe the formula you used to arrive at your answer.
Part 2
Use the Topic Material, "BRFSS Web-Enabled Analysis Tool,"
located on the CDC website, and run a report for two variables
of interest to you. Create a 2x2 table and calculate the odds
ratio for this association. Interpret the odds ratio and discuss
the public health importance of the association. Show your 2x2
table. Present or describe the formula you used to arrive at your
answer.
Refer to the "Creating a 2x2 Contingency Table" resource for
guidance in creating 2x2 contingency tables.
General Requirements
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is
expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to
3. beginning the assignment to become familiar with the
expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
Refer to the
LopesWrite Technical Support articles
for assistance.
Use the "BRFSS Web Enabled Analysis Tool," located on the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website, to
complete the topic assignment.
URL:
https://nccd.cdc.gov/weat/#/
