A nurse is presenting an educational event to a local community group. When speaking about colorectal cancer, what risk factor should the nurse cite?
A) High levels of alcohol consumption
B) History of bowel obstruction
C) History of diverticulitis
D) Longstanding psychosocial stress
Ans: A
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Risk factors include high alcohol intake; cigarette smoking; and high-fact, high-protein, low-fiber diet. Diverticulitis, obstruction, and stress are not noted as risk factors for colorectal cancer.
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