A paraplegic client is in the hospital for an electrolyte imbalance. At which level of prevention is the client receiving care?
a. Primary prevention level
b. Secondary prevention level
c. Tertiary prevention level
d. Health promotion level
B
The secondary prevention level focuses on early detection of disease once pathogenesis has oc-curred, so that prompt treatment can be initiated to halt disease and limit disability.
The primary prevention level focuses on health promotion and specific protection measures such as immunizations, and the reduction of risk factors such as smoking.
The tertiary prevention level focuses on minimizing residual disability.
Health promotion is a focus of the primary prevention level.
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