Children in a Certain Area Were Identified as Having More

question 23

Multiple Choice

Children in a certain area were identified as having more tooth decay than children in other areas.In response to this, the local public health department created strategies that included controlling the amount of fluoride in municipal water.What is this an example of?

• A)Primary prevention strategies
• B)Secondary prevention
• C)Tertiary prevention
• D)Optimal health

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Definitions:

Brain-derived

Often a prefix to substances or factors that originate from the brain, influencing various neurological functions and development.

Chemicals

Substances with distinct molecular compositions that are used or produced in chemical processes.

Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor

A protein in the brain and nervous system that promotes the survival, growth, and maintenance of neurons.

Neurotrophic Factor

A type of protein that supports growth, survival, and differentiation of developing and mature neurons.