During a health history the nurse becomes concerned that a male patient is at risk for cancer of the reproductive organs. What genetic information about this patient caused the nurse's concern?
Select all that apply.
1. The patient's mother has arthritis.
2. The patient's father had prostate cancer.
3. The patient's brother was treated for testicular cancer.
4. The patient was treated for cryptorchidism as a young child.
5. The patient's uncle has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4
Several diseases of the male reproductive system have a genetic component. During the health assessment interview, it is especially important to ask about a family history of testicular or prostate cancer. Although the exact genetic predisposition in some men for prostate cancer is unknown, many studies have identified a family history as a major risk factor. A family history of testicular cancer is a risk factor for cancer of the testes. Cryptorchidism can be a risk factor for testicular cancer. A family history of arthritis or type 2 diabetes mellitus does not increase the patient's risk of developing cancer of the reproductive organs.
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