Adolescent Health Screening

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended screening for adolescents?

  1. Vision screening

  2. Hearing screening

  3. Dental screening

  4. HIV screening


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

HIV screening is not routinely recommended for adolescents in the general population.

At what age should adolescents begin routine blood pressure screening?

  1. 12 years

  2. 14 years

  3. 16 years

  4. 18 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Routine blood pressure screening should begin at age 12 years.

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

  1. Family history of depression

  2. Substance use

  3. Bullying

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for adolescent depression.

What is the recommended screening interval for scoliosis in adolescents?

  1. Every 2 years

  2. Every year

  3. Every 6 months

  4. Every 3 months


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Scoliosis screening should be performed every year in adolescents.

Which of the following is a symptom of iron deficiency anemia?

  1. Fatigue

  2. Pale skin

  3. Shortness of breath

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are symptoms of iron deficiency anemia.

What is the recommended screening interval for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in sexually active adolescents?

  1. Every 3 months

  2. Every 6 months

  3. Every year

  4. Every 2 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sexually active adolescents should be screened for STIs every 3 months.

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

  1. Family history of obesity

  2. Unhealthy diet

  3. Physical inactivity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for adolescent obesity.

What is the recommended screening interval for dental caries in adolescents?

  1. Every 6 months

  2. Every year

  3. Every 2 years

  4. Every 3 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dental caries screening should be performed every 6 months in adolescents.

Which of the following is a symptom of eating disorder in adolescents?

  1. Rapid weight loss

  2. Binge eating

  3. Purging

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are symptoms of eating disorder in adolescents.

What is the recommended screening interval for vision problems in adolescents?

  1. Every year

  2. Every 2 years

  3. Every 3 years

  4. Every 4 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vision screening should be performed every year in adolescents.

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

  1. Family history of substance use

  2. Peer pressure

  3. Mental health problems

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for adolescent substance use.

What is the recommended screening interval for hearing problems in adolescents?

  1. Every year

  2. Every 2 years

  3. Every 3 years

  4. Every 4 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hearing screening should be performed every year in adolescents.

Which of the following is a symptom of asthma in adolescents?

  1. Wheezing

  2. Coughing

  3. Shortness of breath

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are symptoms of asthma in adolescents.

What is the recommended screening interval for tuberculosis (TB) in adolescents?

  1. Every year

  2. Every 2 years

  3. Every 3 years

  4. Every 4 years


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

TB screening should be performed every year in adolescents.

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

  1. Depression

  2. Substance use

  3. Bullying

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for adolescent suicide.

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