Women in the middle adult age group are at risk for cancer of the breast and reproductive organs. The nurse can suggest the following in health promotion teaching:
A)
"You need to contact your physician about mammography."
B)
"If there is not a history of cancer in the women of your family, you need not be concerned."
C)
"An annual physical exam is important to detect early signs and symptoms of cancer."
D)
"Self-breast exam monthly and an annual Pap smear are necessary for early detection of cancer."
D
Explanation:
A)
This option gives the most specific recommendations for tests that should be done to detect cancer. The other options provide more general information.
Application
Implementation
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
B)
This option gives the most specific recommendations for tests that should be done to detect cancer. The other options provide more general information.
Application
Implementation
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
C)
This option gives the most specific recommendations for tests that should be done to detect cancer. The other options provide more general information.
Application
Implementation
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
D)
This option gives the most specific recommendations for tests that should be done to detect cancer. The other options provide more general information.
Application
Implementation
Health Promotion: Prevention and/or Early Detection of Health Problems
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