A patient asks the nurse what can be done to prevent the development of lung cancer. What measure should the nurse explain as the most effective way to prevent this disease?
a. Avoid smoking.
b. Eat a balanced diet.
c. Avoid excessive sun exposure.
d. Avoid exposure to air pollution.
ANS: A
Smoking causes lung cancer. B, C, and D can help prevent a variety of cancers.
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