Which Is an Example of Tertiary Care

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which is an example of tertiary care?

• A) The patient has annual mammograms to screen for breast cancer.
• B) The patient sees the podiatrist monthly to prevent diabetic foot ulcers.
• C) The patient is seen at an urgent care clinic to treat a badly sprained wrist.
• D) The patient is treated in the intensive care unit following a gunshot injury.

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Definitions:

Onset

The beginning or start of something, often used in the context of diseases to denote the time symptoms first appear.

FDA Black Box Warning

The strongest warning by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration indicating that a medication carries a significant risk of serious or even life-threatening adverse effects.

Suicidal Symptoms

Signs that an individual is thinking about, planning, or has a high risk of attempting suicide, including expressing feelings of hopelessness or taking risks that could lead to death.

Antidepressant Medications

Medications prescribed to alleviate symptoms of depression by adjusting chemical imbalances in the brain, such as SSRIs and SNRIs.