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?

    <p>Women younger than age 21</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>50-75 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Mammography every 5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Routine screening tests like PAP smears</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>45 to 49 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Fecal immunochemical test (FIT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Every three years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>76 to 85 years</p> 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?

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

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

    <p>Flexible Sigmoidoscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often is Flexible Sigmoidoscopy recommended?

    <p>Every five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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