A patient who is new to Medicare has been reviewing coverage for health screening tests. Which statements indicate the patient understands the recommendations provided by Medicare? Select all that apply.

1. "I can have a Pap smear once a year."
2. "I can have a mammogram once a year."
3. "I can have a colonoscopy every 15 years."
4. "I can have fecal occult blood testing every 2 years."
5. "I can have bone mass screening every 2 years if I'm at risk."


1. "I can have a Pap smear once a year."
2. "I can have a mammogram once a year."
5. "I can have bone mass screening every 2 years if I'm at risk."

Explanation: 1. Medicare recommends a Pap smear once a year.
2. Medicare recommends a mammogram once a year.
3. Medicare recommends a colonoscopy every 10 years for those with normal risk levels and every 2 years for those at high risk.
4. Medicare recommends fecal occult blood testing once a year.
5. Medicare recommends bone mass screening every 2 years for those at risk.

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