Screening Flashcards
Most common cause of death in young adults age 19-39.
Accidents, homicides, suicides
Which two vaccines should patients with diabetes and/or asthma receive?
Pneumococcal and Influenza
When should screening for cervical cancer start?
Within 3 years of sexual activity or at age 21
How often should cervical cancer be screened?
Every 2-3 years in sexually active women over 30 that have had at least 3 normal pap smears
When should cholesterol screening for men begin and how often is it checked?
Age 35 in otherwise healthy men. Then check every 5 years
How is screening for heart disease performed?
Screening for heart disease is actually not recommended. Instead screening for risk factors is more appropriate. Risk factors include: smoking, HTN, diabetes mellitus, obesity, and hyperlipidemia
When is diabetes screening started and how often is it checked?
Started at age 45 and check every 3 years
How often should mammograms be performed?
Starting at 50 and then with yearly tests
When should screening for colon cancer start and how often?
Starts at age 50 and then every 10 years
