Author Question: A client wears a seat belt whenever riding in an automobile. Which of the following best de-scribes ... (Read 54 times)

CharlieWard · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

A client wears a seat belt whenever riding in an automobile. Which of the following best de-scribes the client's behavior?

a. Illness prevention
b. Health promotion
c. Specific protection
d. Health protection

Question 2

A nurse provides a screening for school-aged children to screen for hearing deficits. Which of the following is being demonstrated by the nurse?

a. Primary prevention
b. Secondary prevention
c. Tertiary prevention
d. Health promotion

amit · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Specific protection includes measures to reduce the threat of specific diseases or injury, such as hygiene, immunizations, use of seat belts, and the elimination of workplace hazards. Illness pre-vention is a behavior directed toward reducing the threat of illness. Health promotion focuses on positive measures such as education for healthy living and promotion of favorable environmental conditions. Health protection strategies include environmental measures to improve health and quality of life.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Secondary prevention focuses on early detection and prompt treatment of disease, injury, or dis-ability. Primary prevention attempts to promote health and provide specific protection from dis-ease. Tertiary prevention addresses rehabilitation and the return of people with chronic illness to maximal ability to function. Health promotion activities are interventions focused on improving one's health.