Prevention of a Relapse After Recovery in a Treatment Program

question 13

True/False

Prevention of a relapse after recovery in a treatment program would be an example of tertiary prevention.

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Definitions:

Unexplained Weight Loss

Weight loss that occurs without trying, which can be a symptom of various medical conditions.

Chronic Diseases

Long-term medical conditions that are persistent or otherwise long-lasting in their effects and often require ongoing management.

Acromegaly

A hormonal disorder that develops when your pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone during adulthood, leading to enlarged bones in the face, hands, and feet.

Overgrowth

An excessive or abnormal increase in the size or number of cells in a body part, not necessarily linked to cancer.