Ciccarelli: Psychology_5 (5th Edition)
Ciccarelli: Psychology_5 (5th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134477961
Author: Saundra K. Ciccarelli, J. Noland White
Publisher: PEARSON
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**Question:**  
Which of the following levels of health promotion and prevention targets people at risk of a health problem?

- ○ Secondary
- ○ All of the above
- ○ Tertiary
- ○ Primary  

**Explanation:**  
In health promotion, different levels play specific roles in addressing health challenges:

- **Primary prevention** aims to prevent diseases or injuries before they occur by reducing risk factors.
- **Secondary prevention** targets early detection of diseases, allowing for interventions to prevent progression.
- **Tertiary prevention** focuses on managing disease post-diagnosis to slow or stop disease progression.

The correct choice can be identified by understanding which level specifically focuses on people already at risk of a health concern.
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Transcribed Image Text:**Question:** Which of the following levels of health promotion and prevention targets people at risk of a health problem? - ○ Secondary - ○ All of the above - ○ Tertiary - ○ Primary **Explanation:** In health promotion, different levels play specific roles in addressing health challenges: - **Primary prevention** aims to prevent diseases or injuries before they occur by reducing risk factors. - **Secondary prevention** targets early detection of diseases, allowing for interventions to prevent progression. - **Tertiary prevention** focuses on managing disease post-diagnosis to slow or stop disease progression. The correct choice can be identified by understanding which level specifically focuses on people already at risk of a health concern.
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Which  of the following levels of health promotion targets people at risk of health problem?

ANSWER: Tertiary 

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