Womens Health: A Primary Care Clinical
Guide 5th Edition Youngkin Schadewald
Pritham Test Bank (2024 Update)
Section 1: Health Promotion and Maintenance (Questions 1-15)
1. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends screening
for cervical cancer in average-risk women aged 30-65 years with which of the
following strategies?
a. Pap smear every year
b. HPV test every 5 years
c. Pap smear and HPV test (co-testing) every 5 years
d. Pap smear every 3 years
Answer: C
2. According to the American Cancer Society, at what age should average-risk
women begin routine screening for breast cancer with mammography?
a. Age 35
b. Age 40
c. Age 45
d. Age 50
Answer: B
3. Preconception care is critical for all women of reproductive age. A key
component of this care includes:
a. Screening for domestic violence only during pregnancy.
b. Ensuring folic acid supplementation (400-800 mcg daily).
c. Delaying all immunizations until the postpartum period.
d. Initiating a low-carbohydrate diet.
Answer: B
4. The most effective method for reducing the transmission of sexually
transmitted infections (STIs) is:
a. Douching after intercourse.
b. Consistent and correct use of male latex condoms.
,c. Using spermicides alone.
d. Oral contraceptive pills.
Answer: B
5. Which of the following vaccinations is recommended for all non-pregnant
women aged 26 years and younger?
a. Herpes Zoster (Shingles) vaccine
b. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine
c. Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23)
d. Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccine
Answer: B
6. Bone density screening with a DEXA scan is recommended for all women
starting at age:
a. 50
b. 55
c. 60
d. 65
Answer: D
7. Which lifestyle modification is considered first-line therapy for managing
perimenopausal vasomotor symptoms?
a) Increased caffeine intake
b) Layer dressing and cooling techniques
c) High-intensity interval training
d) Sleeping in a warm room
Answer: B
8. The USPSTF recommends screening for intimate partner violence (IPV) for
which of the following patient populations?
a) Only women who present with physical injuries
b) All women of childbearing age
c) Only pregnant women
d) Women who disclose substance use
Answer: B
, 9. A crucial element of a well-woman visit for an adolescent is:
a) Discussing advance directives.
b) Screening for osteoporosis.
c) Providing confidential time to discuss risky behaviors.
d) Ordering a mammogram.
Answer: C
10. The single most important modifiable risk factor for preventing
cardiovascular disease in women is:
a) Taking a daily aspirin.
b) Smoking cessation.
c) Drinking red wine.
d) Avoiding all fats.
Answer: B
11. Which of the following is a recommended screening test for colorectal
cancer in average-risk adults beginning at age 45?
a) Colonoscopy every 10 years
b) Fecal occult blood test (FOBT) every 5 years
c) Virtual colonoscopy every year
d) Double-contrast barium enema every 3 years
Answer: A
12. The "5 A's" model for behavioral change is commonly used for which of
the following?
a) Contraceptive counseling
b) Tobacco cessation
c) Weight loss surgery referral
d) Alcohol dependency treatment
Answer: B
13. When counseling a woman about breast self-awareness, the primary care
provider should emphasize:
a) Performing a formal self-exam on the same day each month.
b) The ineffectiveness of any self-screening.
c) Knowing how their breasts normally look and feel and reporting any changes.
Guide 5th Edition Youngkin Schadewald
Pritham Test Bank (2024 Update)
Section 1: Health Promotion and Maintenance (Questions 1-15)
1. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends screening
for cervical cancer in average-risk women aged 30-65 years with which of the
following strategies?
a. Pap smear every year
b. HPV test every 5 years
c. Pap smear and HPV test (co-testing) every 5 years
d. Pap smear every 3 years
Answer: C
2. According to the American Cancer Society, at what age should average-risk
women begin routine screening for breast cancer with mammography?
a. Age 35
b. Age 40
c. Age 45
d. Age 50
Answer: B
3. Preconception care is critical for all women of reproductive age. A key
component of this care includes:
a. Screening for domestic violence only during pregnancy.
b. Ensuring folic acid supplementation (400-800 mcg daily).
c. Delaying all immunizations until the postpartum period.
d. Initiating a low-carbohydrate diet.
Answer: B
4. The most effective method for reducing the transmission of sexually
transmitted infections (STIs) is:
a. Douching after intercourse.
b. Consistent and correct use of male latex condoms.
,c. Using spermicides alone.
d. Oral contraceptive pills.
Answer: B
5. Which of the following vaccinations is recommended for all non-pregnant
women aged 26 years and younger?
a. Herpes Zoster (Shingles) vaccine
b. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine
c. Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23)
d. Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccine
Answer: B
6. Bone density screening with a DEXA scan is recommended for all women
starting at age:
a. 50
b. 55
c. 60
d. 65
Answer: D
7. Which lifestyle modification is considered first-line therapy for managing
perimenopausal vasomotor symptoms?
a) Increased caffeine intake
b) Layer dressing and cooling techniques
c) High-intensity interval training
d) Sleeping in a warm room
Answer: B
8. The USPSTF recommends screening for intimate partner violence (IPV) for
which of the following patient populations?
a) Only women who present with physical injuries
b) All women of childbearing age
c) Only pregnant women
d) Women who disclose substance use
Answer: B
, 9. A crucial element of a well-woman visit for an adolescent is:
a) Discussing advance directives.
b) Screening for osteoporosis.
c) Providing confidential time to discuss risky behaviors.
d) Ordering a mammogram.
Answer: C
10. The single most important modifiable risk factor for preventing
cardiovascular disease in women is:
a) Taking a daily aspirin.
b) Smoking cessation.
c) Drinking red wine.
d) Avoiding all fats.
Answer: B
11. Which of the following is a recommended screening test for colorectal
cancer in average-risk adults beginning at age 45?
a) Colonoscopy every 10 years
b) Fecal occult blood test (FOBT) every 5 years
c) Virtual colonoscopy every year
d) Double-contrast barium enema every 3 years
Answer: A
12. The "5 A's" model for behavioral change is commonly used for which of
the following?
a) Contraceptive counseling
b) Tobacco cessation
c) Weight loss surgery referral
d) Alcohol dependency treatment
Answer: B
13. When counseling a woman about breast self-awareness, the primary care
provider should emphasize:
a) Performing a formal self-exam on the same day each month.
b) The ineffectiveness of any self-screening.
c) Knowing how their breasts normally look and feel and reporting any changes.
