Ambulatory Care Health Promotion and Education Flashcards
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A patient with type 2 diabetes asks about the recommended frequency for self-monitoring of blood glucose. Which response is MOST appropriate for a well-controlled patient on oral agents only?
Answer: Monitor as directed by their provider based on individual needs
SMBG frequency for non-insulin-treated type 2 diabetes should be individualized based on the provider's clinical judgment and patient-specific factors.
When counseling a patient about colorectal cancer screening, which test allows for both detection and removal of precancerous polyps during the same procedure?
Answer: Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the only colorectal screening test that allows direct visualization and immediate polypectomy in a single procedure.
A 45-year-old woman asks about osteoporosis prevention. Which recommendation provides the greatest benefit for bone health?
Answer: Weight-bearing exercise and adequate calcium/vitamin D intake
Weight-bearing exercise stimulates bone formation and adequate calcium and vitamin D are essential for maintaining bone mineral density.
A patient asks what the USPSTF recommends for lung cancer screening. Which patient population is currently eligible?
Answer: Adults aged 50-80 with a 20 pack-year history who currently smoke or quit within 15 years
The USPSTF recommends annual low-dose CT screening for adults aged 50–80 with a 20 pack-year smoking history who currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 years.
Which motivational interviewing technique involves reflecting back a patient's statement to highlight ambivalence about behavior change?
Answer: Double-sided reflection
Double-sided reflection acknowledges both sides of ambivalence (e.g., 'You enjoy smoking but you're also worried about your health') to help the patient explore conflicting feelings.
A patient with hypertension wants to reduce blood pressure through lifestyle changes. Which dietary approach has the strongest evidence for lowering BP?
Answer: DASH diet
The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet is specifically designed and has the strongest clinical evidence for reducing blood pressure.
When teaching a patient about sun protection to reduce skin cancer risk, which statement is MOST accurate?
Answer: Sunscreen should be applied 15-30 minutes before sun exposure and reapplied every 2 hours
Sunscreen requires time to bind to the skin and should be reapplied every 2 hours or immediately after swimming or sweating to maintain effectiveness.