CPC Integrated Primary and Preventive Care 2

Question 1

According to USPSTF guidelines, at what age should average-risk adults begin colorectal cancer screening?

Accepted Answer

45 years

Answer

The USPSTF updated its recommendation in 2021 to begin colorectal cancer screening at age 45 for average-risk adults, down from the previous age of 50.

Question 2

A community paramedic measures a patient's blood pressure as 148/94 mmHg on two separate visits. According to the 2017 ACC/AHA guidelines, this reading is classified as:

Accepted Answer

Stage 2 hypertension

Answer

Under the 2017 ACC/AHA guidelines, Stage 2 hypertension is defined as systolic ≥140 mmHg or diastolic ≥90 mmHg. A reading of 148/94 mmHg on two occasions meets these criteria.

Question 3

Which immunization is recommended annually for all adults aged 6 months and older regardless of health status?

Accepted Answer

Influenza vaccine

Answer

The CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends annual influenza vaccination for all persons aged 6 months and older, making it the only vaccine with an annual universal recommendation.

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes the role of a community paramedic in primary stroke prevention?

Accepted Answer

Identify and manage modifiable stroke risk factors including hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and smoking

Answer

Primary stroke prevention focuses on identifying and controlling modifiable risk factors. Community paramedics assess BP, screen for AF (via pulse check or ECG), provide smoking cessation support, and coordinate with PCPs — not prescribe or administer stroke medications.

Question 5

When performing a home fall risk assessment, which tool is most commonly used to assess mobility and dynamic balance?

Accepted Answer

Timed Up and Go (TUG) test

Answer

The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test measures the time a patient takes to rise from a chair, walk 3 meters, turn around, and return to seated — a validated predictor of fall risk in community-dwelling adults.

(CPC) Community Paramedic Certification Practice Test

(CPC) Community Paramedic Certification Practice Test

CPC Integrated Primary and Preventive Care 2