The nurse is teaching a group of community members about preventing skin cancer. Which participant would be at the greatest risk for skin cancer?
A) A 25-year-old lifeguard at the community pool who wears sunscreen
B) A baby underneath a large beach umbrella
C) A 60-year-old farmer who wears a cap when working
D) A teenager who wears a ski outfit when skiing
Answer: C
The older adult client has had more years of living to increase the risk of skin cancer from exposure to the sun. In addition, the farmer wears a cap, but no mention is made of protectant sunscreens or long-sleeved shirts and pants. The lifeguard, baby, and teenager have lesser risk because there are physical barriers to the sun identified in each option: sunscreen, umbrella, and ski outfit.
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