The diabetic patient sees the podiatrist regularly to prevent development of ulcers in the feet.Which term best describes this action of the patient?

A) Health promotion
B) Primary prevention
C) Secondary prevention
D) Tertiary prevention

Secondary Prevention

Efforts aimed at early disease detection, thereby increasing opportunities for interventions to prevent progression of the disease and emergence of symptoms.

Tertiary Prevention

Interventions designed to manage and reduce complications from disease, after it has already occurred.

Health Promotion

Activities and programs designed to improve health and prevent disease.