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While Interviewing a 48-Year-Old Patient During Her Annual Physical Examination

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While interviewing a 48-year-old patient during her annual physical examination, the nurse learns that she has never had a mammogram. The American Cancer Society recommends annual mammography screening starting at age 40. Before the nurse encourages this patient to begin annual screening, it is important for her to understand the reasons why women avoid testing. These reasons include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)


Definitions:

Social Identity Theory

A theory stating that individuals derive part of their identity and self-esteem from the social groups to which they belong.

Self-concept

An individual's collection of beliefs about their own attributes, abilities, and characteristics.

Ego

The aspect of self that directs one’s thoughts and actions.

Solo Status

The situation in which an individual is the only representative of their social group in a specific context, often increasing visibility and pressure on the individual.

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