Question

A 58-year-old smoker asks about lung cancer screening cessation. He quit 20 years ago after 30 pack‑years. What do USPSTF guidelines advise?

Accepted Answer

He no longer meets criteria; screening stops after 15 years since quitting

Answer

Continue screening indefinitely

Answer

Screen until age 90

Answer

Resume smoking to qualify

Answer

Screen only with chest x‑ray

Practice question

A 58-year-old smoker asks about lung cancer screening cessation. He quit 20 years ago after 30 pack‑years. What do USPSTF guidelines advise?