Older Adult Screenings
- Name and elaborate on at least three screening/preventive procedure that must be done in older adults.
Three Essential Screening/Preventive Procedures for Older Adults
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among older adults. Screening for colorectal cancer typically begins at age 50, but the American Cancer Society recommends it continue until age 75 or longer, depending on individual health status. The most common screening methods include:- Colonoscopy: A procedure in which a long, flexible tube with a camera is used to examine the colon for polyps or cancer. It is usually done every 10 years if no abnormalities are found.
- Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT): A non-invasive test to check for hidden blood in stool, which may indicate cancer or other digestive issues. Regular screenings help detect cancers early, when they are more treatable, and can prevent cancer by identifying and removing polyps that may develop into cancer.
- Bone Density Test (Osteoporosis Screening)
Osteoporosis is a common condition in older adults, particularly postmenopausal women and older men, characterized by weakened bones that are more prone to fractures. Bone density testing, usually through a DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) scan, measures bone mineral density and can identify individuals at risk for osteoporosis or fractures…
Three Essential Screening/Preventive Procedures for Older Adults
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among older adults. Screening for colorectal cancer typically begins at age 50, but the American Cancer Society recommends it continue until age 75 or longer, depending on individual health status. The most common screening methods include:- Colonoscopy: A procedure in which a long, flexible tube with a camera is used to examine the colon for polyps or cancer. It is usually done every 10 years if no abnormalities are found.
- Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT): A non-invasive test to check for hidden blood in stool, which may indicate cancer or other digestive issues. Regular screenings help detect cancers early, when they are more treatable, and can prevent cancer by identifying and removing polyps that may develop into cancer.
- Bone Density Test (Osteoporosis Screening)
Osteoporosis is a common condition in older adults, particularly postmenopausal women and older men, characterized by weakened bones that are more prone to fractures.
