What are the risk factors for developing breast cancer? Explain potential genetic and environmental risk factors. Does Mrs. Smith have any of these in her history?
What will be an ideal response?
• Risk factors for breast cancer:
- Female
- Age (increases with age)
- Adult height (increased risk in taller individuals)
- Larger birth weight
- Family history of cancer
- Late menopause
- Early menarche
- Exposure of radiation to chest (for younger females)
- Hormone replacement therapy (progestin > 5 yrs)
- BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene
- Central adiposity in postmenopausal women
• Yes, Mrs. Smith has some risk factors: family history of breast cancer (mom and sister), female, and older age (61 yrs).
You might also like to view...
What program or law ensures that school cafeteria lines accommodate wheelchairs?
a. Maternal and Child Health Block Grant b. Americans with Disabilities Act c. IDEA d. Child Nutrition Program e. Supplemental Social Insurance
During prolonged stress, cortisol causes all of these adverse effects except _____
a. muscle wasting b. bone loss c. impaired wound healing d. hypoglycemia e. skin thinning
State the major cause of food insecurity in the United States and discuss other factors that contribute to the U.S. hunger problem
Which food will provide 6 to 8 grams of fiber?
a. 1 slice rye bread b. 1 cup of raw bean sprouts c. 1/2 cup potatoes d. 1/2 cup green beans e. 1/2 cup baked beans