Correct option is C
Ans. (c)
Sol. The correct answer is
(c) Tertiary prevention.
Tertiary prevention involves efforts to reduce the impact of an already existing disease or condition by minimizing its consequences. It focuses on rehabilitation, disability limitation, and improving the quality of life for individuals who already have a chronic condition or disability.
Explanation of each option:
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(a) Primary prevention: This involves efforts to prevent the onset of disease or injury, such as vaccination, promoting healthy lifestyles, or environmental changes to reduce the risk of disease.
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(b) Secondary prevention: Secondary prevention focuses on early detection and prompt treatment of diseases to prevent them from progressing. It includes screening programs, like mammograms or blood pressure checks, to catch diseases early.
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(c) Tertiary prevention:
Correct answer. Tertiary prevention focuses on managing long-term disease or injury and preventing complications. Disability limitation and rehabilitation fall under this category, as they aim to improve functioning and quality of life for those with existing conditions.
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(d) Specific protection: Specific protection involves efforts to protect individuals from specific risks or diseases, such as using seat belts or providing immunizations.
Thus,
disability limitation and rehabilitation are part of
tertiary prevention.