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jerry coleman

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Which of the following is the goal of tertiary prevention?
 
  a. To prevent acceleration of the disease process once it has occurred
  b. To cure the disease
  c. To prevent related diseases
  d. To stop recurrent episodes

Question 2

Which of the following factors are linked to one of the major causes of death in the United States? 1. Use of tobacco 2. High-fat diet 3. Excessive alcohol use 4. High-sodium diet
 
  a. 1 and 3 only
  b. 1, 2, and 3 only
  c. 3 and 4 only
  d. 2, 3, and 4 only



zacnyjessica

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The goal of tertiary prevention is to prevent acceleration of the disease process once it has oc-curred, with pulmonary rehabilitation being a good example.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Primary causes include tobacco use, poor diet, physical inactivity, and excessive alcohol use.



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