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A public health nurse is categorizing community health initiatives according to the levels of disease prevention. Which initiative should the nurse correctly identify as an example of secondary prevention?

  1. Conducting annual blood pressure screenings at a community health fairAnswer
  2. B
    Distributing protective bicycle helmets to children at a local park
  3. C
    Organizing a support group for individuals living with chronic kidney disease
  4. D
    Administering the pneumococcal vaccine to older adults in a care facility

Answer

Conducting annual blood pressure screenings at a community health fair
Secondary prevention involves interventions that promote early detection of disease or conditions, allowing for prompt treatment to halt progression. Conducting health screenings, such as checking blood pressure in a community setting, directly fulfills the goal of identifying potentially undiagnosed hypertension early.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Define the goal of secondary prevention.
Secondary prevention aims to identify diseases or conditions early in asymptomatic individuals through screening and early detection.
Understanding the definition is required to differentiate it from primary (preventing disease) and tertiary (managing existing disease) prevention.
2
Evaluate each option against the definition of secondary prevention.
Blood pressure screenings match the goal of early detection. Helmets and vaccines prevent initial injury/illness (primary). Support groups manage existing chronic conditions (tertiary).
Systematically classifying each intervention ensures accurate identification of the correct prevention level.

Key Concept

Levels of Disease Prevention
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