The nurse is working in a clinic that is designed to provide health education and immunizations. Which type of preventi

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The nurse is working in a clinic that is designed to provide health education and immunizations.
Which type of preventive care is the nurse providing?

. Primary prevention
b. Secondary prevention
c. Tertiary prevention
d. Risk factor prevention
ANS: A
Primary prevention precedes disease or dysfunction and is applied to people considered physically
and emotionally healthy. Primary prevention includes health education programs, immunizations, and
physical and nutritional fitness activities. Secondary prevention focuses on individuals who are
experiencing health problems or illnesses and who are at risk for developing complications or
worsening conditions. Activities are directed at diagnosis and prompt intervention