A nursing instructor is discussing hemorrhoids with the nursing class. Which patients would the nursing instructor identify as most likely to develop hemorrhoids?
A) A 45-year-old teacher who stands for 6 hours per day
B) A pregnant woman at 28 weeks' gestation
C) A 37-year-old construction worker who does heavy lifting
D) A 60-year-old professional who is under stress
Ans: B
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Hemorrhoids commonly affect 50% of patients after the age of 50. Pregnancy may initiate hemorrhoids or aggravate existing ones. This is due to increased constipation during pregnancy. The significance of pregnancy is greater than that of standing, lifting, or stress in the development of hemorrhoids.
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