What is the recommended hypertension screening for adults aged 18+?
Screen at every routine visit
Start BP meds if ASCVD risk >10%
Who should be screened for diabetes and how often?
Aged 40–70 who are overweight, BMI >25; every 3 years or more frequently based on individual risk factors
This targets individuals at higher risk for diabetes.
What is the age range for lipid screening in adults?
Aged 40–75
ASCVD risk >7.5% (AHA/ACC) >10% (USPSTF) with heart RF start moderate statin.
What is the frequency of mammography for women aged 40–74?
Every 2 years (biennial)
Women >75: Insufficient evidence to recommend screening.
What is the recommended cervical cancer screening for women aged 21–29?
Pap smear every 3 years
Aged 30–65, a combination of Pap smear and HPV testing every 5 years.
What is the recommended colorectal cancer screening for adults aged 45–75?
- Colonoscopy Q10yr
- Fecal immunochemical test (FIT) Q1yr
- CT colonography Q5yr
These methods help detect colorectal cancer early.
What is the age range and criteria for lung cancer screening?
Aged 50–80 with a 20 pack-year smoking history; annual screening with low-dose CT
Applies to current smokers or those who quit within the last 15 years.
What is the recommendation for prostate cancer screening in men aged 55–69?
Should be individualized based on patient preferences and risk factors
Routine screening is not recommended for men aged 70+.
Who should receive hepatitis B vaccination?
- All adults aged 18–59 at risk
- Adults aged 60+ with diabetes
This includes healthcare workers and diabetics.
What is the recommended age for routine HPV vaccination?
Aged 11–12 years (can start at age 9)
Catch-up vaccination is recommended for females aged 13–26 and males aged 13–21.
Who should be screened for intimate partner violence (IPV)?
Women of childbearing age (18–44)
Use appropriate tools like the HITS or OVAT.
What is the annual screening recommendation for chlamydia and gonorrhea?
Sexually active women under 25 years old
Men should be screened only if at high risk.
What is the age range for HIV screening?
Adults aged 15–65; all pregnant women
CDC recommends screening for ages 13-64.
What is the recommendation for osteoporosis screening?
Women aged 65+ with DEXA scan; postmenopausal women <65 with risk factors
Risk factors include low BMI, smoking, and family history.
What is the recommended daily folic acid intake for women of childbearing age?
400 mcg
Pregnant women should take 1,000 mcg.
Who should receive a one-time AAA screening?
Men aged 65–75 who have smoked
This screening helps detect abdominal aortic aneurysms.
What is the pneumococcal vaccination recommendation for adults over 65?
All immunocompetent adults >65
CDC recommends >50 or <5 for certain groups.
