ABFM Preventive Medicine and Health Maintenance 2

Question 1

According to CDC guidelines, which adults should receive the high-dose or adjuvanted influenza vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Adults aged 65 and older

Answer

The CDC recommends that adults aged 65 and older preferentially receive high-dose or adjuvanted influenza vaccines due to better immunogenicity in this age group.

Question 2

A 50-year-old man with no prior cardiac events has a 10-year ASCVD risk of 12%. Which preventive measure does the USPSTF recommend?

Accepted Answer

Initiate low- to moderate-dose statin therapy

Answer

USPSTF recommends initiating low- to moderate-dose statin use for primary prevention in adults aged 40–75 with ≥1 CVD risk factor and a 10-year ASCVD risk of 10% or greater.

Question 3

Which mammography screening recommendation aligns with the USPSTF 2024 updated guidance for average-risk women?

Accepted Answer

Begin annual mammography at age 40

Answer

In 2024, the USPSTF updated its recommendation to support biennial mammography starting at age 40 for average-risk women, moving the start age from 50.

Question 4

Which of the following immunizations is recommended annually for all adults without contraindications?

Accepted Answer

Influenza vaccine

Answer

Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all persons aged 6 months and older without contraindications.

Question 5

A 28-year-old sexually active woman is not pregnant. Which preventive supplement does the USPSTF recommend for her?

Accepted Answer

Folic acid 0.4–0.8 mg daily

Answer

USPSTF recommends daily folic acid supplementation (0.4–0.8 mg) for all women of reproductive potential to prevent neural tube defects.

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ABFM Preventive Medicine and Health Maintenance 2