The nurse is giving a presentation on testicular cancer to a community group. What concepts should be included in this presentation?
1. African American men have the highest rate of testicular cancer.
2. The development of testicular cancer is most common in men over the age of 40.
3. Farmers may have a higher incidence for the development of testicular cancer than white-collar workers.
4. The mortality rate for men diagnosed with stage I testicular cancer is approximately 20%.
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Rationale 1: The highest rate of testicular cancer is in men of Scandinavian descent.
Rationale 2: The incidence of testicular cancer is highest in men ages 20 to 39.
Rationale 3: The development of testicular cancer is associated with exposure to insecticides. The work activities of a farmer involve a greater exposure to these chemicals than do office-related duties.
Rationale 4: About 95% of men with stage I testicular cancer are cured.
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H. Document findings.