Which of the following is an example of diagnosis and treatment?
a. Attending smoking cessation classes
b. Computerized tomography (CT) scan to rule out gallbladder inflammation
c. Screening in the workplace for tuberculosis
d. Prenatal classes
ANS: B
A
Attending smoking cessation classes is illness prevention based on the known risks of smoking.
B
The CT scan will diagnose disease that may then be treated.
C
Screenings are examples of early detection activities.
D
Prenatal classes are health promotion activities.
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