The local clinic is dedicated to the well adult and child. It has evening hours and offers varied programs for the community. The programs include immunizations and classes on fire safety, health education, and car safety, to name a few. How would the nurse best explain the level of prevention used in this setting to your colleagues?

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The programs offered by the clinic, such as immunizations, fire safety, health education, and car safety classes, are examples of primary prevention. Primary prevention aims to prevent disease or injury before it ever occurs by removing risk factors or increasing resistance.

The Local Clinic Is Dedicated to the Well Adult and Child