AANPCB / ANCC Health Promotion, Screening & Disease Prevention

These flashcards cover key terms and definitions regarding health promotion, screening guidelines, and preventive measures according to USPSTF recommendations.

Primary prevention

Preventing disease before it occurs (e.g., vaccines, smoking cessation).

Secondary prevention

Early detection of asymptomatic disease through screening tests.

Tertiary prevention

Reducing complications of established disease (e.g., rehabilitation, tight glucose control).

USPSTF

United States Preventive Services Task Force; organization providing guidelines for screening and preventive services.

Mammography

Screening tool for breast cancer starting at age 50.

Pap test

Screening for cervical cancer; recommended starting at age 21.

Screening options for colorectal cancer

Includes FIT yearly, colonoscopy every 10 years, or CT colonography every 5 years.

PSA screening

Prostate-specific antigen test; shared decision-making for ages 55–69.

Blood pressure screening

Recommended for all adults starting at age 18.

Diabetes screening criteria

Screen adults aged 35–70 who are overweight or obese.

HIV screening

Recommended once for all patients ages 15–65, with repeat screening if high risk.

DEXA scan

Bone density test used for osteoporosis screening in women aged 65 and older.

Immunizations for adults

Including annual influenza, Tdap, HPV, Zoster, and Pneumococcal vaccines based on age and risk factors.

EXAM TRAP

Key concepts or common mistakes often highlighted in exam questions.

Counseling in health promotion

Includes diet, exercise, and risk-based sexual health counseling.