A city introduces legislation to reduce tobacco advertising before most young people begin smoking. Which level of prevention is illustrated?
Correct answer: A. Primordial prevention
- A. Primordial prevention
- B. Primary prevention
- C. Secondary prevention
- D. Tertiary prevention
Explanation
Primordial prevention prevents the development of risk factors in a population, such as preventing tobacco use before it becomes common. Primary prevention acts on an existing risk to prevent disease, while secondary and tertiary prevention address disease or its effects.
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