The nurse is screening a group of patients for risk factors related to thyroid cancer. Which patient should the nurse recognize as having the highest risk for developing thyroid cancer?
A. A 75-year-old patient with a history of sinus infections in childhood
B. An 85-year-old patient who works outdoors without sunscreen
C. An 80-year-old patient whose diet consists largely of red meat
D. A 70-year-old patient who refinishes furniture as a hobby
Answer: A
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