While reviewing a male patient's history in the chart, the nurse becomes concerned. The patient states, "I haven't been to see a physician in years and it's time for me to get a thorough check-up."
Based on the nurse's understanding of genetically related diseases, which diagnostic screening examination may be ordered for this patient? 1. Mammogram
2. Prostate exam
3. Colonoscopy
4. Cardiovascular assessment
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Rationale 1: This patient does not necessarily have an increased risk of breast cancer because the mother was diagnosed with breast cancer after the age of 50.
Rationale 2: The patient does not have an increased risk of prostate cancer because the uncle was diagnosed with prostate cancer after the age of 60.
Rationale 3: The patient does not have an increased risk of developing colon cancer because the sister was diagnosed with colon cancer after the age of 50.
Rationale 4: The patient has an increased risk of being diagnosed with a cardiovascular disease because two family members were diagnosed with cardiovascular disorders that developed early.
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