The nurse is examining an African American client. When compared to Caucasians, which of the following conditions is this client at a higher risk for developing? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Asthma
2. Sarcoidosis
3. Tuberculosis
4. Obstructive sleep apnea
5. Chronic bronchitis
1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Asthma. Asthma occurs more frequently in African Americans than in Caucasians.
Rationale 2: Sarcoidosis. Sarcoidosis occurs more frequently and with greater severity in African Americans than in Caucasians.
Rationale 3: Tuberculosis. Contracting tuberculosis is eight times more likely in African Americans than in Caucasians.
Rationale 4: Obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is twice as likely to be experienced by young African Americans compared to young Caucasians.
Rationale 5: Chronic Bronchitis. African Americans are not necessarily more likely to develop chronic bronchitis.
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