A 59-year-old asymptomatic woman with a 20 pack-year smoking history presents for preventive care. Vital signs are normal (BP 128/82, HR 72, RR 14, Temp 98.6°F). She denies cough or dyspnea. Recent labs show normal lipid panel and glucose. She asks which health measure best detects disease at an early, more treatable stage rather than preventing its initial occurrence. Which intervention is the best example of secondary prevention?
- A)Colonoscopy for asymptomatic colorectal cancer screeningGABARITO
- B)Physical therapy after a stroke
- C)Occupational helmet use
- D)Smoking cessation
- E)Insulin therapy for type 1 diabetes mellitus
Explicação
Secondary prevention identifies disease early in asymptomatic individuals so that treatment can begin before major complications develop. Screening colonoscopy for colorectal cancer fits this definition. Primary prevention reduces the chance of developing dise... Ver explicação completa e trilha adaptativa →