Primary prevention is based on the premise that more health services will result in better health. Which of the following is an example of primary prevention?
1. A smoking cessation program
2. Radiation therapy for lung cancer
3. Care at a long-term care facility
4. Hospice care
ANS: 1
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A) 8 to 16 mg B) 16 to 32 mg C) 35 to 70 mg D) 70 to 140 mg
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1. 16 tablet 2. 2½ tablet 3. 4 tablet 4. ¼ tablet