Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
The nurse is talking with a client about primary and secondary prevention of cancer. Which statements are examples of primary prevention? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
B,E,F
Rationale
Primary prevention aims to prevent disease before it occurs. Limiting alcohol, HPV vaccination, and a healthy diet reduce cancer risk. Removing polyps, colonoscopies, and mammograms are secondary prevention, detecting or treating early disease.