Author Question: Which best describes a risk factor? A) Course of a disease or condition from the onset to ... (Read 33 times)

Bernana · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which best describes a risk factor?

A) Course of a disease or condition from the onset to resolution
B) Primary measurement used to describe either the occurrence or the existence of a specific state of health or illness
C) Probability or likelihood that a disease or illness will occur in a group of people who presently do not have the problem
D) Characteristic or event that has been shown to increase the probability that a specific disease or illness will develop

Question 2

The community health nurse addresses an outbreak of viral spinal meningitis in the community. Referring to Leavell and Clark's natural history of disease model, which example of tertiary prevention might the nurse consider in this situation?

A) Initiate vaccinations for all people who have not yet been infected.
B) Familiarize yourself with the signs and symptoms of the disease so that you can provide early diagnosis and treatment of it.
C) Encourage any who think they might have symptoms of the disease to come to the community health clinic to be assessed as soon as possible, to prevent associated disabilities.
D) Refer clients who have experienced neurological deficits because of the disease to a neurologist to begin rehabilitation.

welcom1000 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Feedback:
A risk factor is a characteristic or event that has been shown to increase the probability that a specific disease or illness will develop. An outbreak is a course of a disease or condition from the onset to resolution. Rate is a primary measurement used to describe either the occurrence or the existence of a specific state of health or illness. Risk is the probability or likelihood that a disease or illness will occur in a group of people who presently do not have the problem.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
Primary prevention measures specific to the disease can be implemented at this stage to prevent the onset in a population of well people. The period of pathogenesis begins when there are biological, psychological, or other responses within the host. Secondary prevention measures that focus on early diagnosis and prompt treatment, limiting resulting disabilities, are implemented during the early stages of the disease. Tertiary prevention follows with rehabilitation measures that enable the individual to function at his or her maximum capability.