Self-management programs teach problem-solving skills in addition to health education. Self-management programs are successful in helping clients with chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus and
arthritis to make lifestyle behavior changes that improve pain, fatigue, physical function, and emotions. Which statement is an example of tertiary prevention as it relates to chronic diseases?
A) Offering routine blood sugar screenings
B) Providing classes on why exercise is important for people with arthritis
C) Planning an education program on how to prevent the development of chronic disease
D) Participating in a biofeedback program to reduce stress
Ans: D
Participating in a biofeedback program to reduce stress is classified as tertiary prevention; its goal is to maintain or minimize disease progression or to foster rehabilitation. Offering routine blood sugar screenings, providing classes on why exercise is important for people with arthritis, and planning an education program on how to prevent the development of chronic disease do not directly minimize disease progression.
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