Question

question 8 (5 points)
which of the following is a characteristic of secondary prevention?

1. preventing complications of existing diseases
2. eliminating risk factors before they develop
3. identifying and treating diseases in their early stages
4. reducing the impact of established diseases on individuals

question 9 (5 points)
screening for colorectal cancer in asymptomatic individuals is an example of:

1. primordial prevention
2. primary prevention

Explanation:

• For Question 8: Secondary prevention focuses on early - detection and treatment of diseases. Option 3 aligns with this as it involves identifying and treating diseases in their early stages.
• For Question 9: Screening for a disease in asymptomatic individuals is an example of secondary prevention as it aims to detect the disease early. Primordial prevention is about preventing risk - factor development, and primary prevention is about preventing the disease itself from occurring in the first place.

Answer:

Question 8: 3) Identifying and treating diseases in their early stages
Question 9: No correct option provided (should be secondary prevention)