Screening and smear tests

This lesson will look at screening and what to expect from a routine medical screening. We will also learn about the purpose and importance of smear tests.

Screening and smear tests

This lesson will look at screening and what to expect from a routine medical screening. We will also learn about the purpose and importance of smear tests.

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Examples of the various types of routine medical screening
  2. What to expect during routine medical screening
  3. Purpose and importance of smear tests
  4. What to expect during a smear test

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5 Questions

Q1.
It is possible to detect many diseases and illnesses early.
False.
Correct answer: True.
Q2.
What parts of your body can you self-examine?
Correct answer: All of the above.
Breasts.
Skin.
Testicles.
Q3.
You should only see a doctor if you have changes in both your testicles.
Correct answer: False.
True.
Q4.
You should see a doctor if you see a change in which of the following? (There may be multiple responses.)
Correct answer: Freckle.
Hair colour.
Correct answer: Mole.
Correct answer: Patch of skin.
Q5.
How frequently should you self-examine?
Correct answer: Once a month.
Once a week.
Once a year.

5 Questions

Q1.
Which of these are routine medical tests offered by the NHS? (There may be multiple responses.)
Correct answer: Breast cancer screening.
Correct answer: Cervical screening.
Screening for obesity.
Correct answer: Screening in newborn babies.
Correct answer: Screening in pregnancy for infectious diseases, including HIV, hepatitis B and syphilis.
Q2.
The main benefit of screening is the early detection of a problem, before any symptoms develop.
False
Correct answer: True
Q3.
What age will you be invited to have your first smear test?
20
22
Correct answer: 25
30
Q4.
Cervical screening checks a sample of cells from your cervix for certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV).
False
Correct answer: True
Q5.
Which of these statements are true regarding the smear test? (There may be multiple responses.)
Correct answer: All of the above.
You can ask the nurse about lying in a different position.
You can ask the nurse to stop at any time.
You can bring someone with you for support.
You should wear something you can leave on during the test, like a skirt or long jumper.

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UnitRSHE (PSHE) / Health and prevention: Self-care and self-awareness

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