Lecture 12: Prevention and Health Maintenance Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 5 steps to individualizing decision making for screening test?
A
- Estimate life expectancy
- Estimate risk of dying from condition
- Determine benefit of screening
- Weight Pros and Cons of screening
- Assess patient’s values and preferences
2
Q
What two USPSTF grades = offer/provide the service forsure?
A
A & B
3
Q
What are some ways to prevent the common causes of hospitalizations?
A
- Supplements
- Vaccines
- Wellness checks
- Comprehensive Evals
- Reduce falls
- Meds
- Nutrition
