After conducting a risk assessment survey on a client, the nurse identifies smoking as a risk factor. This means that the client
a. will die from diseases linked to smoking
b. will have more health problems associated with smoking
c. has a higher chance of developing a smok-ing-related disease than does a nonsmoker
d. has statistically the same chance of developing lung cancer as anyone else
C
Risk assessment involves the identification of risk factors that increase the client's chances of developing risk factor–related complications. Although smoking increases health risks, a risk assessment does not provide absolute outcomes. Risk assessment and management involves early identification and treatment that can prevent illness, facilitate recovery, and prolong life. Research has consistently shown that a smoker has increased risk of developing lung cancer.
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