A 70-year-old smoker with COPD is eligible for lung cancer screening. He quit 10 years ago, 35 pack-years. Counseling includes which key point?...

Question

A 70-year-old smoker with COPD is eligible for lung cancer screening. He quit 10 years ago, 35 pack-years. Counseling includes which key point?

Accepted Answer

Stop screening if >15 years since quitting or limited life expectancy

Answer

Screen with LDCT annually and continue regardless of quitting duration

Answer

Use chest x-ray for screening

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Screen every 5 years

Answer

CT contrast is required

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Lung Cancer Screening-Discontinuation