WGU Health Promotion Assessment PRACTICE TEST 2026 | QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS & DETAILED EXPLANATIONS STUDY GUIDE LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF

WGU Health Promotion Assessment PRACTICE
TEST 2026 | QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS &
DETAILED EXPLANATIONS STUDY GUIDE
LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR INSTANT
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,WGU Health Promotion Assessment: 100 Practice Questions


1. Which level of prevention is characterized by activities aimed at preventing the
onset of disease in a susceptible host?
A. Primary prevention
B. Secondary prevention
C. Tertiary prevention
D. Quaternary prevention


Answer: A
Rationale: Primary prevention aims to prevent disease before it occurs (e.g.,
immunizations, health education). Secondary prevention focuses on early
detection (screening). Tertiary prevention focuses on rehabilitation and limiting
disability.

,2. A nurse provides a smoking cessation program for a group of teenagers. This
is an example of:
A. Primary prevention
B. Secondary prevention
C. Tertiary prevention
D. Curative care


Answer: A
Rationale: Smoking cessation for teens prevents the onset of smoking-related
diseases. This is primary prevention.


3. A mammogram is an example of which level of prevention?
A. Primary
B. Secondary

, C. Tertiary
D. Primordial


Answer: B
Rationale: Mammograms are screening tools used for early detection of breast
cancer, which is secondary prevention.


4. Which of the following is an example of tertiary prevention for a patient who
has had a stroke?
A. Blood pressure screening
B. Smoking cessation education
C. Physical therapy to regain mobility
D. Influenza vaccination


Answer: C