The nurse is contributing to a staff education program about the risks of smoking and conditions related to smoking. Which statements by a staff member indicate correct understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. Kidney stones
b. Kidney cancer
c. Bladder cancer
d. Hydronephrosis
e. Diabetic nephropathy
f. UTI
ANS: B, C, E
Smoking is a risk factor for kidney cancer. There is a strong correlation between cigarette smoking and bladder cancer. Risk factors for the development of diabetic nephropathy include hypertension, genetic predisposition, smoking, and chronic hyperglycemia. A. D. F. No correlation between UTIs, kidney stones, or hydronephrosis and cigarette smoking has been established.
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