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UTHEALTH HOUSTON FNP 1 WOMEN'S
HEALTH (MODULE 1) QUESTIONS
WITH SOLUTIONS
What are the six competencies of Women's Health? - correct-answer - 1. Establish
empathic, trusting patient relationships
2. Perform comprehensive women's health histories and exams
3. Formulate holistic management plans
4. Apply evidence-based practice in clinical decision-making
5. Engage in lifelong learning and self-evaluation
6. Provide high-quality women's health care within primary care scope
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What are the *ACOG* cervical cancer screening guidelines? - correct-answer - *<
21* = You do not need screening.
*21 to 29* = Have a Pap test alone every 3 years. HPV testing alone can be
considered for women who are 25 to 29, but Pap tests are preferred.
*30 to 65*/ = You can choose one of three options:
1. Have a Pap test and an HPV test (co-testing) every 5 years
2. Have a Pap test alone every 3 years
3. Have an HPV test alone every 5 years
What is *USPSTF* recommendation for cervical cancer screening? - correct-
answer - *< 21* = No screening
(Grade D)
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*21 to 29* = Cytology alone every 3 years (Grade A)
*30 to 65*/ = You can choose one of three options (Grade A):
1. Cytology alone every 3 years
2. FDA approved primary hrHPV testing alone every 5 years
3. Cotesting cytology and hrHPV testing every 5 years.
*> 65*= No screening after adequate negative prior results (Grade D)
Those w/ hysterectomy w/ removal of cervix: No testing (Grade D)
What is the United States Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use? -
correct-answer - Provides evidence-based recommendations for contraceptive
use. The guidelines use a numerical category system (1-4) to indicate the safety of
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each contraceptive method for specific medical conditions or patient
characteristics.
What are the four categories of medical eligibility regarding USMEC contraceptive
use? - correct-answer - U.S. MEC 1 = A condition for which there is no restriction
for the use of the contraceptive method
U.S. MEC 2 = A condition for which the advantages of using the method generally
outweigh the theoretical or proven risks
U.S. MEC 3 = A condition for which the theoretical or proven risks usually
outweigh the advantages of using the method
U.S. MEC 4 = A condition that represents an unacceptable health risk if the
contraceptive method is used
UTHEALTH HOUSTON FNP 1 WOMEN'S
HEALTH (MODULE 1) QUESTIONS
WITH SOLUTIONS
What are the six competencies of Women's Health? - correct-answer - 1. Establish
empathic, trusting patient relationships
2. Perform comprehensive women's health histories and exams
3. Formulate holistic management plans
4. Apply evidence-based practice in clinical decision-making
5. Engage in lifelong learning and self-evaluation
6. Provide high-quality women's health care within primary care scope
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What are the *ACOG* cervical cancer screening guidelines? - correct-answer - *<
21* = You do not need screening.
*21 to 29* = Have a Pap test alone every 3 years. HPV testing alone can be
considered for women who are 25 to 29, but Pap tests are preferred.
*30 to 65*/ = You can choose one of three options:
1. Have a Pap test and an HPV test (co-testing) every 5 years
2. Have a Pap test alone every 3 years
3. Have an HPV test alone every 5 years
What is *USPSTF* recommendation for cervical cancer screening? - correct-
answer - *< 21* = No screening
(Grade D)
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*21 to 29* = Cytology alone every 3 years (Grade A)
*30 to 65*/ = You can choose one of three options (Grade A):
1. Cytology alone every 3 years
2. FDA approved primary hrHPV testing alone every 5 years
3. Cotesting cytology and hrHPV testing every 5 years.
*> 65*= No screening after adequate negative prior results (Grade D)
Those w/ hysterectomy w/ removal of cervix: No testing (Grade D)
What is the United States Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use? -
correct-answer - Provides evidence-based recommendations for contraceptive
use. The guidelines use a numerical category system (1-4) to indicate the safety of
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each contraceptive method for specific medical conditions or patient
characteristics.
What are the four categories of medical eligibility regarding USMEC contraceptive
use? - correct-answer - U.S. MEC 1 = A condition for which there is no restriction
for the use of the contraceptive method
U.S. MEC 2 = A condition for which the advantages of using the method generally
outweigh the theoretical or proven risks
U.S. MEC 3 = A condition for which the theoretical or proven risks usually
outweigh the advantages of using the method
U.S. MEC 4 = A condition that represents an unacceptable health risk if the
contraceptive method is used
