A medical assistant is preparing a patient who has a history of syncope during blood draws for venipuncture. In which of the following positions should the assistant place the patient?

A. Bone density test:This is not typically recommended as an annual screening for a 45-year-old female unless specific risk factors are present, such as a history of fractures, early menopause, or other conditions that increase the risk of osteoporosis.

B. Dilated eye exam:This is not a routine annual screening for all adults but is recommended annually for individuals with diabetes or at high risk of eye conditions such as glaucoma or macular degeneration.

C. Papanicolaou (Pap) test:A Pap test is recommended every 3 years for women aged 21–65 for cervical cancer screening, and every 5 years when combined with HPV testing in women aged 30–65.

D. Mammogram:A mammogram is recommended annually or biennially for women starting at age 40–50, depending on guidelines.For a 45-year-old female, an annual or biennial mammogram would be appropriate as a preventative screening.

A. Right to change insurance companies during treatment: This is not part of the Patient's Bill of Rights. Changing insurance companies is subject to policy terms and regulations, not patient rights.
B. Right to refuse treatment: This is correct. The Patient’s Bill of Rights includes the right for patients to refuse treatment, even if that treatment is recommended by their healthcare provider.
C. Right to a timely visit: While timeliness is important, the Patient’s Bill of Rights does not specifically guarantee a timely visit.
D. Right to a specialist outside their network at no cost: This is not guaranteed under the Patient's Bill of Rights. Specialist visits, especially out-of-network, are typically governed by insurance coverage rules.