Which of the Following Interventions Is an Example of Primary

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following interventions is an example of primary prevention?

• A)Assessing the neighborhood children for lead paint poisoning
• B)Encouraging use of car seats and bicycle helmets
• C)Facilitating a support group for divorced parents with children
• D)Screening all the children for scoliosis at the local school

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Definitions:

Dependent Variables

These are variables in an experiment that are expected to change as a result of an experiment's manipulation of the independent variable.

Blind Observers

Individuals who assess experimental data or conduct an evaluation without knowing the specific details or hypothesis being tested to prevent bias.

Demand Characteristics

Cues in an experiment that suggest to participants what behavior is expected, desired, or appropriate, potentially influencing the outcomes.

Hypothesis

A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, made as a starting point for further investigation, often tested through scientific method.