Which type of health care involves rehabilitation and palliative care?

Tertiary prevention is focused on managing and rehabilitating individuals who are already diagnosed with a disease or condition. This level of care aims to reduce the progression of a disease and improve quality of life for patients through rehabilitation services and palliative care. Rehabilitation involves services designed to restore the individual’s optimal functioning and manage the long-term impacts of their condition. Palliative care refers to specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses, emphasizing comfort, symptom management, and support for both the patient and their family.

Other forms of prevention, such as primary and secondary prevention, focus on preventing diseases from occurring or catching them early, respectively. Primary prevention minimizes the risk of disease (e.g., vaccinations), while secondary prevention involves early detection and intervention to halt disease progression (e.g., screenings). Preventive care encompasses a broad range of services aimed at preventing health issues before they arise but does not specifically address the rehabilitation and palliative aspects of care, which are key components of tertiary prevention.