Question

A 30-year-old with major depressive disorder is screened in primary care using PHQ-9. What does USPSTF recommend regarding depression screening in adults?

Accepted Answer

Screen all adults, including pregnant and older adults, with systems to ensure accurate diagnosis and follow-up

Answer

Insufficient evidence to screen adults

Answer

Screen only women of childbearing age

Answer

Screen annual physicals only for those with family history

Answer

Screen only if PHQ-2 positive

Practice question

A 30-year-old with major depressive disorder is screened in primary care using PHQ-9. What does USPSTF recommend regarding depression screening in adults?