Which of the following infectious disease interventions best represents the use of secondary prevention?

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Tuberculosis screening for health care workers is an example of secondary prevention. TB skin tests and chest x-rays are methods of tuberculosis screening. Encouraging clients with HIV to use condoms is an example of primary prevention, because the goal is to prevent exposure to the partner. Encouraging annual influenza vaccinations is also an example of primary prevention. Giving clients with HIV medications is an example of tertiary prevention, because the goal is to reduce complications in those already having the infection.

Which of the Following Infectious Disease Interventions Best Represents the Use