The nurse is caring for an adolescent Asian client with a strong family history of breast cancer. What should the nurse instruct the client regarding cancer prevention?
Select all that apply.
A) Encourage the client to learn more about the disease.
B) Talk to family members who have the disease.
C) Perform monthly breast self-examination.
D) Teach the side effects of cancer treatment.
E) Discuss cancer fears with the healthcare provider.
Answer: A, C
When there is a familial history of cancer, the family should be encouraged to learn more about the cancer. Talking to family members who have the disease will not help with early detection or prevention. In families with a disease, the nurse should inform clients about breast self-examination. Teaching the side effects of cancer treatment would be appropriate if the client was diagnosed with breast cancer. The client can discuss cancer fears with the nurse; however, this action will not help prevent the development of the disease.
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