Adolescent Health Surgery

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Which of the following is a common surgical procedure performed on adolescents?

  1. Appendectomy

  2. Tonsillectomy

  3. Hernia repair

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Appendectomy, tonsillectomy, and hernia repair are all common surgical procedures performed on adolescents.

What is the most common type of cancer in adolescents?

  1. Leukemia

  2. Lymphoma

  3. Brain cancer

  4. Bone cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Leukemia is the most common type of cancer in adolescents.

Which of the following is a risk factor for adolescent obesity?

  1. Poor diet

  2. Lack of physical activity

  3. Family history of obesity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Poor diet, lack of physical activity, and family history of obesity are all risk factors for adolescent obesity.

What is the leading cause of death among adolescents?

  1. Motor vehicle accidents

  2. Homicide

  3. Suicide

  4. Cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death among adolescents.

Which of the following is a common mental health disorder among adolescents?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Eating disorders

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Depression, anxiety, and eating disorders are all common mental health disorders among adolescents.

What is the recommended age for adolescents to receive the HPV vaccine?

  1. 11-12 years old

  2. 13-15 years old

  3. 16-18 years old

  4. 19-21 years old


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The HPV vaccine is recommended for adolescents aged 11-12 years old.

Which of the following is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) among adolescents?

  1. Chlamydia

  2. Gonorrhea

  3. Syphilis

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis are all common STIs among adolescents.

What is the most effective method of contraception for adolescents?

  1. Condoms

  2. Birth control pills

  3. Intrauterine device (IUD)

  4. Implant


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The IUD is the most effective method of contraception for adolescents.

Which of the following is a risk factor for adolescent substance abuse?

  1. Family history of substance abuse

  2. Peer pressure

  3. Mental health disorders

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Family history of substance abuse, peer pressure, and mental health disorders are all risk factors for adolescent substance abuse.

What is the recommended age for adolescents to receive the meningitis vaccine?

  1. 11-12 years old

  2. 13-15 years old

  3. 16-18 years old

  4. 19-21 years old


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The meningitis vaccine is recommended for adolescents aged 11-12 years old.

Which of the following is a common cause of adolescent back pain?

  1. Muscle strain

  2. Ligament sprain

  3. Herniated disc

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Muscle strain, ligament sprain, and herniated disc are all common causes of adolescent back pain.

What is the most common type of sports injury among adolescents?

  1. Ankle sprain

  2. Knee injury

  3. Concussion

  4. Shoulder injury


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ankle sprain is the most common type of sports injury among adolescents.

Which of the following is a risk factor for adolescent eating disorders?

  1. Low self-esteem

  2. Body image issues

  3. History of trauma

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Low self-esteem, body image issues, and history of trauma are all risk factors for adolescent eating disorders.

What is the recommended age for adolescents to receive the tetanus vaccine?

  1. 11-12 years old

  2. 13-15 years old

  3. 16-18 years old

  4. 19-21 years old


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The tetanus vaccine is recommended for adolescents aged 11-12 years old.

Which of the following is a common cause of adolescent abdominal pain?

  1. Appendicitis

  2. Gastroenteritis

  3. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Appendicitis, gastroenteritis, and IBS are all common causes of adolescent abdominal pain.

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