NCLEX Question of the Day

February 17, 2026

Health Promotion and Maintenance QID 752

During a routine checkup, a nurse should advise a patient in their 50s to undergo which screening test?

A:
Testicular self-exam monthly.
B:
Colonoscopy.
C:
Bone density scan annually.
D:
Pap smear annually.

Explanation

Starting at age 50, individuals are recommended to undergo regular colonoscopies for colorectal cancer screening. The frequency of other screenings such as Pap smears, testicular exams, or bone density scans varies based on individual risk factors and previous results.

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