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Zoey63294

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An example of primary prevention concerning mental health is:
 
  1. Group psychotherapy
  2. Stress reduction education
  3. Case management
  4. Monitoring illness symptoms

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Collecting data and monitoring the health status of the population defines which of the core public health functions?
 
  1. Assessment
  2. Prevention
  3. Assurance
  4. Policy development



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Answer to Question 1

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Group psychotherapy and case management are secondary preventions, and monitoring illness symptoms is a tertiary prevention.

Answer to Question 2

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Prevention is not a core function, assurance is making sure essential services are available, and policy development is needed to provide leadership in developing policies. Assessment consists of systematic data collection and monitoring health status.



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