During a health assessment the nurse becomes concerned that a patient is at high risk for pancreatic cancer. What assessment finding caused this concern? Select all that apply.
A. The patient's uncle died from pancreatic cancer.
B. The patient has a body mass index of 32.5.
C. The patient has been diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis.
D. The patient smokes cigarettes.
E. The patient has been treated for osteoarthritis.
Answer:
A. The patient's uncle died from pancreatic cancer.
B. The patient has a body mass index of 32.5.
C. The patient has been diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis.
D. The patient smokes cigarettes.
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