Question

A 49-year-old at average risk asks about colorectal cancer screening. What should you recommend?

Accepted Answer

Begin now; several options including colonoscopy or stool tests

Answer

Begin screening at age 50 only

Answer

Wait until age 55 to reduce harms

Answer

Screen only if family history is positive

Answer

CT colonography is the only recommended test at this age

Practice question

A 49-year-old at average risk asks about colorectal cancer screening. What should you recommend?