Cancer Prevention in Adults: Cervical Cancer Screening

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What is the most common risk factor for the development of cervical cancer?

HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) (correct)

Age

Smoking

Genetic predisposition

Which screening test is recommended for women aged 21–29 by the USPSTF?

HPV testing alone every 5 years

Cervical cytology (PAP smear) every 3 years (correct)

No screening tests are recommended

Co-testing every 5 years

What is the recommended screening frequency for women aged 30–65 for cervical cancer screening?

Cervical cytology alone every 3 years (correct)

HPV testing alone every 5 years

Co-testing every 2 years

No screening tests are recommended

Which group of women should not have cervical cancer screening according to the text?

Women younger than age 21 Signup and view all the answers

What age group does the USPSTF recommend screening for colorectal cancer?

50-75 years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended screening method for colorectal cancer?

Mammography every 5 years Signup and view all the answers

What has led to a dramatic decrease in cervical cancer mortality?

Routine screening tests like PAP smears Signup and view all the answers

Why is routine HPV testing not recommended for women aged 21–29?

High rate of cleared HPV infections in this age group Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended age range for screening for colorectal cancer according to the USPSTF?

45 to 49 years Signup and view all the answers

Which type of test uses antibodies to detect blood in the stool?

Fecal immunochemical test (FIT) Signup and view all the answers

How often is the FIT-DNA test, also known as the stool DNA test, recommended?

Every three years Signup and view all the answers

For which age group does the USPSTF recommend selective screening for colorectal cancer?

76 to 85 years Signup and view all the answers

What should patients and clinicians consider when determining the appropriateness of colorectal cancer screening in adults aged 76 to 85 years?

Patient's overall health, prior screening history, and preferences Signup and view all the answers

Which screening method involves placing a short, thin, flexible, lighted scope into the rectum?

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Signup and view all the answers

How often is Flexible Sigmoidoscopy recommended?

Every five years Signup and view all the answers

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