A nurse is assisting with teaching a community group about the early detection of colorectal cancer. Which of the following screening recommendations should the nurse include for adults 50 years of age and older?

Fecal occult blood test every 4 years.

Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years.

Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 8 years.

Fecal occult blood test every 2 years.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   Fecal occult blood tests are typically done annually, not every 4 years.
B.   Flexible sigmoidoscopy is recommended every 5 years for colorectal cancer screening.
C.   This timeframe is not a standard recommendation for flexible sigmoidoscopy.
D.   Fecal occult blood tests are typically done annually, not every 2 years.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Deals with ear, nose, and throat issues but may not be the primary provider for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.
B. Can be involved in the management of TMJ disorders, but the primary provider for initial assessment and diagnosis would likely be a dentist.
C. While they may be involved in the rehabilitation process, the dentist is typically the primary provider for TMJ issues.
D. Specializes in oral health and would be the appropriate provider to assess and manage TMJ disorders.

A. Creatine kinase 75 units/L B. Hgb 15 g/dL C. Platelet count 200, 000/mm3 D. WBC count 22, 000/mm2

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Creatine kinase is an enzyme associated with muscle damage, not an indicator of infection.
B. Hemoglobin (Hgb) measures the amount of oxygen-carrying pigment in the blood and is not specific to infection.
C. Platelet count reflects the number of platelets in the blood and is not a direct indicator of infection.
D. An elevated white blood cell (WBC) count is indicative of an immune system response to infection.

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Correct Answer is D

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