Family Nurse Practitioner Test Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 2

Question 1

According to the CDC immunization schedule, which vaccines are routinely recommended for adults aged 65 and older?

Accepted Answer

Pneumococcal (PCV20 or PPSV23) and annual influenza

Answer

Adults 65 and older should receive pneumococcal vaccine (PCV20 or PCV15 followed by PPSV23) and annual influenza vaccine as core recommendations.

Question 2

A healthy 45-year-old woman asks about osteoporosis screening. What is the appropriate recommendation?

Accepted Answer

DEXA scan at age 65

Answer

USPSTF recommends bone density screening with DEXA for women aged 65 and older; younger postmenopausal women with risk factors may screen earlier.

Question 3

Which intervention is most effective for reducing cardiovascular disease risk in a patient with hypertension and hyperlipidemia?

Accepted Answer

Therapeutic lifestyle changes including diet and exercise

Answer

Therapeutic lifestyle changes including the DASH diet, weight loss, smoking cessation, and regular exercise are the most effective initial interventions for cardiovascular risk reduction.

Question 4

The FNP is discussing the HPV vaccine with the parent of a 12-year-old. What is the recommended schedule for this age group?

Accepted Answer

2-dose series at 0 and 6-12 months

Answer

For adolescents who start the HPV vaccine series before age 15, a 2-dose schedule (0 and 6-12 months apart) is recommended.

Question 5

Which screening is recommended by USPSTF for sexually active women under age 25 regardless of symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia and gonorrhea screening annually

Answer

USPSTF recommends screening for chlamydia and gonorrhea in all sexually active women aged 24 and younger, and in older women at increased risk.

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Family Nurse Practitioner Test Health Promotion and Disease Prevention 2