An Older Adult Client Expresses Concern About Developing Cancer in the Future

question 3

Multiple Choice

An older adult client expresses concern about developing cancer in the future and asks the nurse advice about cancer prevention.The nurse shares that:

• A)"Eating foods high in protein, such as chicken and fish, promote cell growth and repair, thus minimizing the risk."
• B)"While there are some behaviors that can help minimize your risk, the possibility of developing cancer is usually determined by age 65."
• C)"Most cancers that develop after age 65 generally respond well to cancer treatment modalities."
• D)"Cancers that develop late in life are generally slow growing, so they generally don't contribute to this group's mortality."

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Definitions:

Response Cost

A behavior modification technique where undesired behaviors are discouraged by removing a positive stimulus or reward.

Inappropriate Behavior

Conduct that is not suitable or proper in a specific setting, often violating social or professional norms.

Habit Reversal

A variation on positive practice overcorrection that involves having students practice a behavior that is incompatible with the inappropriate behavior.

Bites Nails

A common behavioral habit where an individual chews on the nails of their fingers, often driven by anxiety or stress.