Quiz: Flexible Sigmoidoscopy: Screening the Lower Colon

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1. Q1.According to this article, what parts of the body does a flexible sigmoidoscopy examine?

   AThe entire colon from end to endBThe rectum and the lower (sigmoid) part of the colonCThe stomach and small intestineDOnly the upper colon

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2. Q2.According to this article, how does the sigmoidoscopy experience compare with a colonoscopy?

   AIt requires a much heavier prep and deeper sedationBIt takes several hours and requires a hospital stayCThe prep is less extensive and most people do not need sedationDIt is identical in every way except the name

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3. Q3.According to this article, why is sigmoidoscopy sometimes paired with a stool test like FIT?

   AThe stool test helps catch signs of problems higher in the colon that the scope cannot reachBThe stool test confirms that the sedation workedCInsurance requires two tests to be done togetherDThe stool test replaces the need for any bowel prep

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4. Q4.According to this article, what usually happens if a sigmoidoscopy finds an abnormality such as a polyp?

   ANothing further is needed, since polyps are always harmlessBSurgery is scheduled immediatelyCThe person starts cancer treatment right awayDThe doctor will often recommend a full colonoscopy to examine the rest of the colon

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5. Q5.According to this article, how often do experts generally recommend a screening sigmoidoscopy for people at average risk?

   AEvery yearBEvery 5 to 10 yearsCOnce in a lifetimeDEvery 6 months

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