PT BS

Question 1

primary prevention

Answer 1

• interventions before onset of disease or condition with goal of preventing disease/condition
• prevent exposure to substances that may cause disease
• ex: immunizations, exercise and healthy eating, legislation banning hazardous materaisl

Question 2

secondary prevention

Answer 2

• diagnose condition early in onset and prevent complications
• cannot stop onset of disease but can slow progression by treating early
• screen for scoliosis, self breast or testicular examinations

Question 3

tertiary prevention

Answer 3

• interventions after disease has been diagnosed w/ goal of minimizing long-term effects
• manage condition and maintain quality of life
• ex: rehab after SCI, palliative care, support groups for HIV

Question 4

5 stages of dying

Answer 4

• denial
• anger
• bargaining
• depression
• acceptance