A nurse is describing the employee health prevention measures available to members of the hospital staff. The nurse explains that the use of personal protective equipment is an example of:
A. Primary prevention.
B. Secondary prevention.
C. Tertiary prevention.
D. Quaternary prevention.
Answer: A. Primary prevention.
Explanation: Primary prevention includes measures taken to prevent injury or illness. Use of personal protective equipment is an example of primary prevention.
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