Quiz 2 studying

Question 1

At what age should average-risk individuals start colorectal cancer screenings?
a) 30
b) 40
c) 45
d) 50

Answer 1

c) 45

Question 2

How often should adults aged 40 and older have their blood pressure screened?
a) Every 10 years
b) Every 5 years
c) Annually
d) Only when symptoms appear

Answer 2

c) Annually

Question 3

Obesity is a risk factor of developing osteo_________

Answer 3

osteoarthritis

Question 4

What is the importance of genetic testing in early disease detection?
a) It eliminates the need for other screenings
b) It can identify individuals at high risk for hereditary diseases
c) It guarantees disease prevention
d) It replaces lifestyle modifications

Answer 4

b) It can identify individuals at high risk for hereditary diseases

Question 5

Developing and maintaining functional ability for well-being in old age is the WHOs definition of what?

Answer 5

Healthy aging

Question 6

What is a key lifestyle modification to prevent Type 2 Diabetes?
a) Increasing processed sugar intake
b) Adopting a Mediterranean or vegetarian diet
c) Avoiding all carbohydrates
d) Relying only on medication

Answer 6

b) Adopting a Mediterranean or vegetarian diet

Question 7

How often should individuals over 65 have vision screenings?
a) Every 5 years
b) Every 10 years
c) Every 1-2 years
d) Only when symptoms appear

Answer 7

c) Every 1-2 years

Question 8

When should a complete eye exam be done?

Answer 8

~@40

Question 9

True or false: adults should have their vision screened once in their 20s and twice in their 30s

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What does a glaucoma screening include?

Answer 10

Eye pressure, inspect drainage angle, optic nerve, peripheral vision, measure thickness of cornea

Question 11

What screening works to reduce risks of heart attack, stroke & death?

Answer 11

BP

Question 12

What should an 18-39 y/o have screened every 3-5 years?

Answer 12

BP

Question 13

True or false: high BP rarely has Sx until adverse outcome

Answer 13

True

Question 14

Give some examples of how to manage HTN

Answer 14

Monitor
Diet (DASH)
Exercise
Avoid smoking and alcohol
Sleep
Stress management
Medication

Question 15

Give some examples abt how to manage diabetes

Answer 15

Glucose management and monitoring
Weight reduction
Diet
Exercise
Sleep
Medication

Question 16

Mediterranean, vegetarian, and vegan diets have been seen to have a better long term effect (> 6 months) on controlling weight and______________ and delaying the need for medication.

Answer 16

blood sugar

Question 17

Regular aerobic and resistance exercises have both been shown to help managing glucose levels as well as maintaining what?

Answer 17

Cardiorespiratory fitness, balance, and flexibility.

Question 18

What is one recommended method to maintain cognitive function in older adults?
a) Watching television daily
b) Engaging in regular mental and physical activities
c) Avoiding social interactions
d) Eliminating all dietary fats

Answer 18

b) Engaging in regular mental and physical activities

Question 19

What type of exercise is recommended to improve joint stability in arthritis patients?
a) High-impact cardio
b) Low-impact strength and balance training
c) Heavy weightlifting
d) Avoiding physical activity

Answer 19

b) Low-impact strength and balance training

Question 20

Which factor contributes most to hypertension in older adults?
a) Smoking and alcohol consumption
b) Regular physical activity
c) High water intake
d) Low salt intake

Answer 20

a) Smoking and alcohol consumption

Question 21

Why is adequate sleep important for managing diabetes?
a) It increases glucose production
b) It improves insulin sensitivity and metabolism
c) It replaces the need for medication
d) It has no effect on blood sugar levels

Answer 21

b) It improves insulin sensitivity and metabolism

Question 22

What is the recommended amount of moderate exercise per week for older adults to maintain heart health?
a) 30 minutes per month
b) At least 2.5 hours per week
c) 10 minutes per day, once per week
d) No exercise is necessary after age 65

Answer 22

b) At least 2.5 hours per week

Question 23

Which type of physical activity helps maintain balance and prevent falls in aging populations?
a) Strength training and yoga
b) High-intensity interval training
c) Running on hard surfaces
d) Avoiding movement to reduce injury risk

Answer 23

a) Strength training and yoga

Question 24

What is the biggest risk factor for developing osteoarthritis in older adults?
a) Lack of water intake
b) High body weight, leading to stress on joints
c) Overuse of vitamin supplements
d) High consumption of dairy products

Answer 24

b) High body weight, leading to stress on joints

Question 25

What reduces the risk of urinary tract infections, kidney stones, and dehydration-related confusion?

Answer 25

Hydration

Question 26

True or false: Lack of awareness about exercise benefits is a common barrier to health in older populations

Answer 26

True

Question 27

What can strengthen cognitive function, reduce loneliness, and improve overall health outcomes in older adults?

Answer 27

Social engagement

Question 28

Normalization and de-stigmatization and patient support systems can help overcome what barrier to accessing regular health screenings?

Answer 28

Psychosocial Barriers (Fear, Stigma, or Misinformation)

Question 29

What can the following factors all help address?: Policy Change Public Health Program Sliding Scale Fee

Answer 29

Financial barriers to regular health screenings

Question 30

Genetic testing, self-examinations, some available at-home screenings, and education are all examples of what?

Answer 30

Early detection screenings

Question 31

BRCA1 detection with double mastectomy surgery can reduce the risk of breast cancer by what?

Answer 31

90-95%.

Question 32

Who needs type II diabetes testing? Describe

Answer 32

1) Age 35-70 who are overweight or obese 2) Glucose test every 3 years with normal results -for detection of pre-diabetes + weight reduction interventions

Question 33

What is screened for between ages 2 and 6?

Answer 33

T1D

Question 34

True or false: T1D is not exclusively a childhood diagnosis and not exclusively familial

Answer 34

True

Question 35

When should HTN screenings occur?

Answer 35

1) Average Risk -Age 18-39 every 3-5 years -Age 40+ annually 2) Higher Risk -Age 40+ with risk factors annually

Question 36

Older age, African American descent and family history are all risk factors for what?

Answer 36

Prostate cancer

Question 37

Pts with a 1st degree relative with a colon cancer Dx should begin screening when?

Answer 37

10 years prior to age of relative’s diagnosis

Question 38

Who should start annual screening mammography at age 30?

Answer 38

High risk ppl

Question 39

What affects more than 30 million people in US?

Answer 39

Diabetes

Question 40

What type of diabetes may go unnoticed?

Answer 40

Type II

Question 41

There's ~___ million new cancer cases and ___ million cancer-related deaths annually worldwide

Answer 41

20; 10

Question 42

What do breast, cervical, prostate, colon, and lung cancer have in common?

Answer 42

All have screenings

Question 43

What is a major risk factor for CVD?

Answer 43

HTN

Question 44

Long-term ___________ can lead to increased risk for heart disease, kidney failure, stroke, and premature mortality

Answer 44

HTN

Question 45

What is the main goal of screenings?

Answer 45

Early detection

Question 46

True or false: health screenings are diagnostic

Answer 46

False; not diagnostic but rather used to identify subset of population who should undergo further diagnostic testing to determine absence or presence of a disease2

Question 47

Follow up with patients and use strong documentation are examples of what?

Answer 47

Individual strategies for health advocacy

Question 48

What are the roles of health professionals in advocacy?

Answer 48

1) Actively support and protect their patients rights 2) Ensure access to necessary care 3) Help navigate patients through the healthcare system by a. Being their voice b. Explaining complex medical bills c. Educating them on their medical procedures d. Ensuring they understand their privacy rights

Question 49

List examples of responsibilities of health advocates

Answer 49

➢Scheduling medical appointments ➢ Aiding a patient in accessing financial and legal resources. ➢ Negotiating and reviewing medical bills to ensure their accuracy. ➢ Keeping notes of what happens during medical visits ➢ Helping a patient connect with support groups and other social resources. ➢ Supporting patients’ rights ➢ Assisting patients with completing forms and applications.

Question 50

Active listening, clear communication, empathy and compassion, problem solving, and knowledge of basic medical terms might make someone good at what?

Answer 50

Patient advocacy

Question 51

2022 CHCAO study: 92% of patients felt a positive impact on their _______________; 92% of providers felt advocates decreased ___________

Answer 51

health care; staff burden

Question 52

2022 CHCAO study: 98% of providers felt a positive impact on what?

Answer 52

Patient outcome

Question 53

Advocates work to remove barriers that may be inhibiting a patient from receiving equal health care opportunities (i.e. promoting equity). Give examples.

Answer 53

■ Income, language, location, race ■ Expanding insurance coverage

Question 54

Leading cause of medical errors are what?

Answer 54

Miscommunications or misunderstandings between patient and their provider (exs: medication dosing, wound care, provider understanding complaints)

Question 55

Sanitation, proper training are examples of what?

Answer 55

Organizations working to ensure standards and protocol are being upheld to ensure pt safety

Question 56

True or false: Patient advocates can be healthcare professionals, family members, caregivers, a friend, or even the patient themselves.

Answer 56

True

Question 57

What does pt advocacy focus on?

Answer 57

Well-being of the patient