Asked by Chantal Shanty on Jun 01, 2024
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The patient is admitted to the emergency department of the local hospital from home with reports of chest discomfort and shortness of breath. The patient is placed on oxygen, has labs and blood gases drawn, and is given an electrocardiogram and breathing treatments. Which level of preventive care is this patient receiving?
A) Primary prevention
B) Secondary prevention
C) Tertiary prevention
D) Health promotion
Secondary Prevention
Level of preventive medicine that focuses on early diagnosis, use of referral services, and rapid initiation of treatment to stop the progress of disease processes.
Chest Discomfort
A common symptom that can be caused by a wide range of conditions, from muscular strain to heart problems.
Electrocardiogram
A test that records the electrical activity of the heart to detect any heart problems.
- Comprehend the various tiers of preventive treatment and utilize them appropriately in patient case studies.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the various tiers of preventive treatment and utilize them appropriately in patient case studies.
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