Health Promotion and Maintenance Flashcards
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A nurse is teaching a 45-year-old male client about colorectal cancer screening. Which recommendation aligns with current US Preventive Services Task Force guidelines?
Answer: Begin screening at age 45 with stool-based tests or colonoscopy every 10 years
The USPSTF recommends colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 45 for average-risk adults using stool-based tests or colonoscopy.
A nurse is counseling a pregnant client in her first trimester about nutrition. Which supplement is MOST critical to recommend to prevent neural tube defects?
Answer: Folic acid
Folic acid (400–800 mcg/day) taken before and during early pregnancy significantly reduces the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida.
When performing developmental screening on a 12-month-old, which milestone would the nurse expect the child to have achieved?
Answer: Standing while holding on to furniture
Pulling to stand and cruising along furniture are typical gross motor milestones for a 12-month-old; independent walking usually occurs around 12–15 months.
A nurse is educating a community group about primary prevention strategies for type 2 diabetes. Which intervention BEST represents primary prevention?
Answer: Teaching weight management and physical activity to at-risk individuals
Primary prevention aims to prevent disease onset; teaching lifestyle modifications such as diet and exercise to at-risk individuals prevents type 2 diabetes from developing.
A client asks a nurse what age women should begin receiving mammography screening for breast cancer according to current recommendations. What is the best response?
Answer: Age 40, every two years based on shared decision-making
The USPSTF recommends that women begin biennial mammography screening at age 40, with individualized decision-making based on personal risk and values.
A nurse is assessing a newborn 24 hours after birth. Which finding requires IMMEDIATE follow-up regarding hearing health?
Answer: Failure to pass the newborn hearing screening
Failing the newborn hearing screening warrants prompt referral for audiological follow-up to detect and address hearing loss early.
A nurse is teaching a group of elderly clients about fall prevention at home. Which instruction is MOST appropriate?
Answer: Remove throw rugs and secure electrical cords
Removing throw rugs and securing cords eliminates common tripping hazards, which is a key evidence-based fall prevention strategy for older adults.