Which of the Ideal Criteria for a Successful Screening Program

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the ideal criteria for a successful screening program is satisfied by the following statement: Screening those older than 50 years using fecal occult blood testing every year and flexible sigmoidoscopy every 3-5 years have been shown to be effective strategies for screening for colon cancer?

• A) The disease produces substantial mortality or morbidity.
• B) Early detection improves outcome.
• C) There is a feasible testing strategy.
• D) Screening is acceptable in terms of costs, harms, and patient acceptance.

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