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What is an example of a measure for primary prevention?
What is an example of a measure for primary prevention?
- Vaccinations (correct)
- Mammography
- Chemotherapy
- Regular blood pressure testing
Which type of prevention involves managing disease post diagnosis to slow or stop disease progression?
Which type of prevention involves managing disease post diagnosis to slow or stop disease progression?
- Secondary prevention
- Tertiary prevention (correct)
- Primary prevention
- Quaternary prevention
Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention measure?
Which of the following is an example of secondary prevention measure?
- Vaccinations
- Regular blood pressure testing (correct)
- Rehabilitation
- Chemotherapy
What is the focus of primary prevention?
What is the focus of primary prevention?
What is the main objective of secondary prevention?
What is the main objective of secondary prevention?
What is the main purpose of health promotion?
What is the main purpose of health promotion?
What is the nurse's role in health promotion?
What is the nurse's role in health promotion?
Which type of prevention involves altering risky behaviors and banning substances known to be associated with a disease or health condition?
Which type of prevention involves altering risky behaviors and banning substances known to be associated with a disease or health condition?
Where are health promotion programs offered?
Where are health promotion programs offered?
What does health promotion move beyond?
What does health promotion move beyond?
Where might some individuals prefer to receive teaching and follow-up?
Where might some individuals prefer to receive teaching and follow-up?
What is the process of enabling people to increase control over their health referred to as?
What is the process of enabling people to increase control over their health referred to as?
What type of prevention involves managing disease post diagnosis to slow or stop disease progression?
What type of prevention involves managing disease post diagnosis to slow or stop disease progression?
Which of the following is an example of a primary prevention measure?
Which of the following is an example of a primary prevention measure?
What is the main objective of secondary prevention?
What is the main objective of secondary prevention?
Where are health promotion programs offered?
Where are health promotion programs offered?
What is the process of enabling people to increase control over their health referred to as?
What is the process of enabling people to increase control over their health referred to as?
Which type of prevention involves altering risky behaviors and banning substances known to be associated with a disease or health condition?
Which type of prevention involves altering risky behaviors and banning substances known to be associated with a disease or health condition?
What is the main focus of health promotion?
What is the main focus of health promotion?
Where are health promotion programs offered?
Where are health promotion programs offered?
What is the nurse's role in health promotion?
What is the nurse's role in health promotion?
What is the purpose of health promotion?
What is the purpose of health promotion?
What does health promotion involve?
What does health promotion involve?
Where might some individuals prefer to receive teaching and follow-up on individual needs?
Where might some individuals prefer to receive teaching and follow-up on individual needs?
Study Notes
Types of Prevention
- Primary prevention involves preventing a disease or health condition from occurring in the first place
- Secondary prevention involves managing disease post diagnosis to slow or stop disease progression
- Tertiary prevention involves altering risky behaviors and banning substances known to be associated with a disease or health condition
Health Promotion
- Focuses on enabling people to increase control over their health
- Involves moving beyond health education and disease prevention to create environments and policies that support healthy living
- Programs are offered in various settings, including schools, workplaces, and communities
- Nurse's role in health promotion involves teaching, counseling, and empowering individuals to take control of their health
- Main purpose is to promote healthy behaviors and lifestyles
Prevention Examples
- Examples of primary prevention measures include vaccination programs, health education, and environmental protection
- Examples of secondary prevention measures include screening tests, such as mammograms and blood pressure checks
Individualized Care
- Some individuals may prefer to receive teaching and follow-up on individual needs in their homes or communities
- Health promotion involves creating opportunities for people to increase control over their health and improve their quality of life
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Learn about the definition and purpose of health promotion, which aims to enable people to improve their health by focusing on social and environmental interventions. Understand how health promotion positively influences the health behavior of individuals and communities, as well as their living and working conditions.
