A 17-year-old college-bound student receives a vaccine against an organism that causes meningitis.This is an example of
A) primary prevention.
B) secondary prevention.
C) tertiary prevention.
D) disease treatment.

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Primary prevention is prevention of disease by altering susceptibility or reducing exposure for susceptible individuals by providing vaccination.Secondary prevention is the early detection,screening,and management of the disease.Tertiary prevention includes rehabilitative and supportive care and attempts to alleviate disability and restore effective functioning.Disease treatment involves management of the disease once it has developed.

A 17-Year-Old College-Bound Student Receives a Vaccine Against an Organism