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Clinical Prevention & Population Health Flashcards

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  1. A CNL is developing a discharge teaching plan for a patient with hypertension. Which population health approach should guide the plan?

    Answer: Address social determinants of health alongside clinical management

    Addressing social determinants of health—such as access to healthy food, transportation, and economic stability—is essential for effective population health management.

  2. Which screening is recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) for adults aged 50–75 who have average risk for colorectal cancer?

    Answer: Colorectal cancer screening via colonoscopy, stool-based tests, or CT colonography

    The USPSTF recommends colorectal cancer screening for average-risk adults aged 45–75, using multiple approved methods.

  3. A CNL is implementing a community health program targeting type 2 diabetes prevention. Which intervention has the strongest evidence base?

    Answer: Intensive lifestyle modification programs focusing on diet and exercise

    The CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) using intensive lifestyle modification has the strongest evidence for preventing type 2 diabetes in at-risk individuals.

  4. In population health management, what is the purpose of risk stratification?

    Answer: To identify patients with the highest need for targeted interventions

    Risk stratification categorizes patients by health risk level so that resources and interventions can be directed toward those with the greatest need.

  5. A CNL leading a smoking cessation program evaluates its reach, effectiveness, adoption, implementation, and maintenance. Which framework is being applied?

    Answer: RE-AIM (Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, Maintenance)

    The RE-AIM framework is used to evaluate public health and clinical interventions across five dimensions to assess real-world impact.

  6. Which immunization is recommended annually for all healthcare workers, including CNLs, by the CDC?

    Answer: Influenza vaccine

    The CDC recommends annual influenza vaccination for all healthcare personnel to protect both workers and vulnerable patients from seasonal influenza.

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