Which statement made by the client concerning the risk of oral cancer indicates a need for further teaching?
A. "I will brush my teeth and floss regularly."
B. "I will begin a smoking cessation program."
C. "I will limit my intake of alcoholic beverages."
D. "I can still use chewing tobacco since I stopped smoking."
D
Tobacco in any form increases the risk of oral cancer. The client should be educated to eliminate all tobacco products.
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