Which activity is an example of tertiary prevention for a person with established cardiovascular disease?

Correct answer: C. Providing cardiac rehabilitation after myocardial infarction

  • A. Teaching adolescents to avoid tobacco
  • B. Measuring blood pressure in healthy adults
  • C. Providing cardiac rehabilitation after myocardial infarction
  • D. Testing asymptomatic adults for raised cholesterol

Explanation

Cardiac rehabilitation reduces disability and improves function after established cardiovascular disease, so it is tertiary prevention. Tobacco education is primary prevention, while screening and early detection are generally secondary prevention.

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