The family of a 78-year-old male patient is shocked by his recent diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, citing his lifelong commitment to a healthy diet, consistent exercise, and avoidance of environmental risk factors
Which of the following factors most likely contributed to the man's diagnosis? A) Age-related changes to his immune system may have compromised his body's ability to recognize cancerous cells.
B) The interplay of existing chronic conditions may have contributed to the etiology of his cancer.
C) His cancer may have been a consequence of a bacterial or viral infection earlier in life.
D) Autoimmune processes associated with the aging process may have initiated abnormal cell division.
A
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While age-related changes to the immune system are thought to contribute to cancer, the phenomena in answers B, C, and D are not likely true.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. Measure abdominal girth. b. Auscultate the abdomen. c. Increase the IV infusion rate. d. Reassess the blood pressure.
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