A paraplegic patient in the hospital for an electrolyte imbalance is receiving care at which prevention level?

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The secondary prevention level focuses on early detection of disease once pathogenesis has occurred,so that prompt treatment can be initiated to halt disease and limit disability.The primary prevention level focuses on health promotion,specific protection measures such as immunizations,and the reduction of risk factors such as smoking.The tertiary prevention level focuses on minimizing residual disability.

A Paraplegic Patient in the Hospital for an Electrolyte Imbalance