Quiz on Prevention of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)

What is the focus of primordial prevention for NCDs?

• Early detection of diseases

• Policies targeting social and economic factors

• Treatment of existing diseases

• Rehabilitation of patients

Which of the following is an example of primary prevention for NCDs?

• Surgery for heart disease

• Chemotherapy for cancer

• Maintaining a smoke-free environment

• Regular screening for cancer

At which stage of disease prevention does secondary prevention occur?

• Before disease onset

• After symptoms appear

• After exposure to risk factors

• Before susceptibility

What is the main goal of tertiary prevention?

• Preventing exposure to risk factors

• Early detection of diseases

• Preventing complications and death

• Raising awareness about NCDs

Which of the following is a nondrug-based approach for secondary prevention of CVD?

• Antihypertensive medication

• Stop smoking

• Surgery

• Regular blood tests

What is a key activity in primordial prevention?

• Regular exercise

• Food legislation

• Medication adherence

• Screening for diabetes

Which of the following is a characteristic of secondary prevention for diabetes?

• Focus on lifestyle changes

• Immediate treatment of symptoms

• Regular blood glucose monitoring

• Surgical intervention

What is the primary treatment for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM)?

• Diet modification

• Insulin therapy

• Oral medications

• Physical exercise

Which of the following is NOT a method of tertiary prevention for cancer?

• Surgery

• Regular screening

• Palliative care

• Chemotherapy

What is the purpose of palliative care in cancer treatment?

• Manage symptoms and improve quality of life

• Cure the cancer

• Detect cancer early

• Prevent cancer recurrence