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A nurse teaches a group of adults about the purpose of colonoscopy and mammogram screening. Which type of prevention is the nurse providing?

Secondary prevention, because screening finds disease early, often before symptoms appear
Primary prevention, because screening prevents the disease from developing
Tertiary prevention, because screening reduces the severity of established disease
Primary prevention, because screening replaces immunization

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Correct answer: Secondary prevention, because screening finds disease early, often before symptoms appear

Secondary prevention uses screening to find early disease so treatment can begin early.

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026