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Cervical cancer screening — CCFP MCQ

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HardWomen's health/OB/GYNCervical cancer screeningCCFP

In Ontario, a vaccinated 25-year-old with a cervix has had sexual contact, has no symptoms and has never been screened. Which preventive plan is current?

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Correct answer: C — Offer primary HPV screening now, repeating five-yearly after a negative result

Explanation lettering: E = shown as C · C = shown as E

E is correct. Ontario begins primary HPV screening at 25 for eligible asymptomatic people and generally uses a five-year interval after a negative result; vaccination does not remove eligibility. A delays entry. B retains obsolete annual cytology. C is not cervical screening. D invents an intensive transition schedule.

Reference: Ontario Health: HPV cervical screening: https://www.cancercareontario.ca/en/types-of-cancer/cervical/screening