Question

A 33-year-old woman presents for a Pap test. She has no history of abnormal cytology, is in a monogamous relationship and has received HPV vaccination. According to the CTFPHC cervical cancer screening recommendations, which is the most appropriate screening plan for an average-risk woman?

Accepted Answer

Begin screening at age 25 with Pap or HPV-based tests every 3 years.

Answer

Begin screening at age 18 with annual Pap tests.

Answer

Begin screening at age 21 with Pap tests every 2 years.

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Begin screening only at age 40 with Pap tests every 5 years.

Answer

No screening is required if she has been HPV vaccinated.

Practice question

A 33-year-old woman presents for a Pap test. She has no history of abnormal cytology, is in a monogamous relationship and has received HPV vaccination. According to the CTFPHC cervical cancer screening recommendations, which is the most appropriate screening plan for an average-risk woman?