Asked by Shannon Klein on May 07, 2024

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Which of the following statements is the most accurate example of secondary prevention?

A) Providing human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines to kids who are 11 or 12 years of age
B) Using condoms to prevent sexually transmitted disease
C) Taking a routine Pap smear test
D) Receiving a hysterectomy after diagnosis of cervical cancer
E) Participating in rehabilitation programs to reduce the pain after surgery

Secondary Prevention

Efforts to detect and treat disease early on or manage established disease to prevent further complications or progression.

Pap Smear Test

A screening procedure for cervical cancer involving the collection of cells from a woman's cervix to test for abnormalities.

Human Papillomavirus

A group of viruses that can cause warts on the skin and mucous membranes, and some types are associated with the development of certain cancers.

  • Understand the importance of preventive measures in healthcare, including primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies.
  • Understand the fundamentals and goals of screening programs, as well as how to interpret results from diagnostic tests.
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Maggie AtkinsMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Secondary prevention is a behavior to detect the disease as early as possible."Providing human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines to kids who are 11 or 12 years of age" and "Using condoms to prevent sexually transmitted disease" are not correct.Those are primary prevention."Receiving a hysterectomy after diagnosis of cervical cancer" and "Participating in rehabilitation programs to reduce the pain after surgery" are not correct.Those are tertiary prevention.