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Uspstf Flashcards

1
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What does USPSTF stand for?

A

United States Preventive Services Task Force

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True or False: The USPSTF provides recommendations for preventive services.

A

True

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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF evaluates the effectiveness of __________.

A

preventive services

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What is the primary purpose of the USPSTF screening protocols?

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To provide evidence-based recommendations for preventive services.

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What type of evidence does the USPSTF primarily rely on for its recommendations?

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Systematic reviews of the literature

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a criterion used by the USPSTF in their screening protocols? A) Accuracy B) Cost-effectiveness C) Patient preferences D) Aesthetic appeal

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D) Aesthetic appeal

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7
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What is the recommended screening age for breast cancer according to USPSTF?

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Women aged 50 to 74 years

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True or False: The USPSTF recommends routine screening for colorectal cancer starting at age 45.

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True

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What does the grade ‘A’ indicate in USPSTF recommendations?

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The service is recommended and there is strong evidence of its benefit.

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What is the USPSTF’s recommendation regarding annual screening for lung cancer?

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Annual screening is recommended for adults aged 50 to 80 years who have a history of heavy smoking.

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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends screening for hypertension in adults aged __________.

A

18 years and older

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Multiple Choice: Which condition is screened using the PHQ-9 tool? A) Hypertension B) Depression C) Diabetes D) Osteoporosis

A

B) Depression

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What does a ‘C’ grade from USPSTF signify?

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The service may be offered selectively based on individual circumstances.

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True or False: USPSTF recommendations are binding and must be followed by all healthcare providers.

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False

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What is the recommended screening interval for cervical cancer for women aged 21 to 29 according to USPSTF?

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Every 3 years with Pap smear alone.

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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends screening for diabetes in adults with a BMI of __________ or greater.

A

25

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17
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What is the recommended screening approach for osteoporosis in women over 65?

A

Bone density testing

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a recommendation for prostate cancer screening? A) Routine screening for all men B) Shared decision-making for men aged 55-69 C) Mandatory screening over age 50 D) No screening at all

A

B) Shared decision-making for men aged 55-69

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What is the primary focus of the USPSTF’s screening protocols?

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To improve health outcomes through preventive services.

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True or False: The USPSTF updates its recommendations regularly based on new evidence.

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True

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What population does the USPSTF recommend for HIV screening?

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All adolescents and adults aged 15 to 65 years.

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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends screening for __________ in pregnant women.

A

syphilis

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What does the term ‘screening’ refer to in the context of USPSTF protocols?

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The process of identifying individuals at risk for a specific condition.

24
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key component of the USPSTF recommendation process? A) Political influence B) Public opinion C) Evidence review D) Financial incentives

A

C) Evidence review

25
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What screening test is recommended for individuals at high risk for cardiovascular disease?

A

Lipid panel screening

26
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True or False: The USPSTF recommends routine screening for all cancers without regard to risk factors.

A

False

27
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What is the USPSTF’s stance on the use of aspirin for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease?

A

The decision should be made based on individual risk factors.

28
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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends __________ for the prevention of cervical cancer.

A

HPV vaccination

29
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What does the USPSTF recommend for the screening of anxiety disorders?

A

The USPSTF does not currently recommend routine screening for anxiety disorders.

30
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Multiple Choice: Which screening test does the USPSTF recommend for individuals with a family history of colorectal cancer? A) Colonoscopy B) MRI C) CT scan D) X-ray

A

A) Colonoscopy

31
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What is the recommendation for screening for skin cancer according to the USPSTF?

A

The USPSTF does not recommend routine screening for skin cancer.

32
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True or False: The USPSTF recommends screening for hepatitis C in high-risk populations.

A

True

33
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What is the recommended frequency for mammography screening for women aged 50-74?

A

Every 2 years.

34
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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends __________ screening for older adults to prevent falls.

A

vision

35
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What is the USPSTF’s recommendation regarding screening for asymptomatic carotid artery stenosis?

A

The USPSTF recommends against screening.

36
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Multiple Choice: Who should receive counseling on tobacco cessation according to USPSTF? A) All adults B) Only smokers C) Only pregnant women D) Only adolescents

A

A) All adults

37
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True or False: The USPSTF recommends against screening for testicular cancer.

A

True

38
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What is the recommended screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm in men?

A

One-time screening for men aged 65 to 75 who have ever smoked.

39
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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends screening for __________ in individuals with a history of smoking.

A

lung cancer

40
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What does the term ‘high-value care’ refer to in the context of USPSTF?

A

Care that provides the best outcomes for patients at the lowest cost.

41
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a screening test recommended by the USPSTF for diabetes? A) Fasting blood glucose B) Pap smear C) Colonoscopy D) Chest X-ray

A

A) Fasting blood glucose

42
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True or False: The USPSTF recommends universal screening for gestational diabetes.

A

True

43
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What is the recommended screening for hepatitis B in pregnant women?

A

Screening at the first prenatal visit.

44
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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends screening for __________ in adults aged 18 to 65 years.

A

chlamydia and gonorrhea

45
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What does the USPSTF recommend regarding screening for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

A

The USPSTF does not recommend routine screening for COPD.

46
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a recommendation for screening for intimate partner violence? A) Routine screening for all women B) Selective screening based on risk factors C) No screening D) Screening only in emergency settings

A

A) Routine screening for all women

47
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What is the recommendation for screening for lead exposure in children?

A

Screening should be based on risk factors.

48
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True or False: The USPSTF recommends screening for obesity in adults.

A

True

49
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What is the recommended approach for discussing screening options with patients?

A

Shared decision-making

50
Q

Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends __________ for the prevention of cardiovascular disease.

A

statin therapy

51
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What does the USPSTF recommend for screening for chronic kidney disease?

A

The USPSTF does not recommend routine screening for chronic kidney disease.

52
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key factor in determining the need for screening? A) Patient’s age B) Patient’s insurance C) Patient’s gender D) Patient’s income

A

A) Patient’s age

53
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What is the USPSTF’s recommendation for screening for syphilis in non-pregnant adults?

A

The USPSTF recommends screening in individuals at increased risk.

54
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True or False: The USPSTF issues recommendations based solely on expert opinion.

A

False

55
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What is the USPSTF’s recommendation for screening for type 2 diabetes in adults?

A

Screening is recommended for adults aged 40 to 70 who are overweight or obese.

56
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Fill in the blank: The USPSTF recommends __________ screening for individuals with a family history of breast cancer.

A

genetic

57
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What is the importance of screening protocols according to USPSTF?

A

To reduce morbidity and mortality through early detection and treatment.

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