The nurse is talking to a 35-year old African-American man about PSA testing. The patient tells the nurse that his father and older brother were diagnosed with prostate cancer in their 50's. What should the nurse tell the patient?
A. Although authorities do not always agree, PSA testing usually starts at age 50
B. Your genetic and racial risk factors suggest testing should begin at age 40
C. Because your African-American heritage, you should start your testing at age 45
D. PSA testing can be started at anytime for all males at any age
Answer: B. Your genetic and racial risk factors suggest testing should begin at age 40
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