Which Patient Would the Nurse Prioritize as Needing Information About

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which patient would the nurse prioritize as needing information about lifestyle modifications to prevent cancer?

• A) A 65-year-old woman whose body weight is within the normal range and who exercises twice a week, eats a variety of vegetables and fruits, eats red meat three times a week, and does not smoke
• B) A 35-year-old Caucasian male who is overweight, has a family history of heart disease, and is a vegetarian
• C) A 44-year-old African American woman whose mother had breast cancer at age 50 and who is overweight, smokes one or two cigarettes a week, and drinks three cups of coffee daily
• D) A 47-year-old Hispanic female whose mother and father have a history of type 2 diabetes and who is overweight by 30 lbs., walks three times weekly, and is a nonsmoker

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