Asked by precious Crittenden on Jun 30, 2024
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Females: mammogram
A) begin at 40,then annually
B) begin at 50,then annually
C) starting at 50,every 10 years or as directed by provider
D) as needed for high-risk patients (COPD and smokers)
E) as needed for symptoms;baseline for females at menopause,then every two years
F) baseline at 40,every 1–2 years,then annually at 50
G) begin no later than age 21;at least every 1–3 years for sexually active women
H) monthly self-performed,18–39,at least every 3 years;40+ annually (by provider)
I) annually 65 years+,or as necessitated by symptoms
J) tonometry or funduscopy at 40,then every 4 years
Mammogram
An X-ray photograph of the breast used to detect tumors or other abnormalities.
COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a progressive lung disease that makes it hard to breathe due to obstructed airflow.
Menopause
The permanent cessation of menstruation.
- Become acquainted with health assessment screening suggestions pertinent to various age categories.
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JO
Jesús Omar Torres AguileraJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
F
Explanation :
Mammograms for females typically start with a baseline at age 40, with screenings every 1–2 years, and then annually starting at age 50. This approach balances the need for early detection with the risk of overdiagnosis and overtreatment.
Learning Objectives
- Become acquainted with health assessment screening suggestions pertinent to various age categories.