A 20-year-old college student is diagnosed with Epstein-Barr virus. The student has a history of smoking and alcohol use and works part-time as a manual laborer for a floor refinishing company
Which factors increase the student's risk of developing cancer? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Alcohol use
2. Occupation
3. Smoking
4. Viral infection
5. Age
1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: The consumption of alcohol is known to cause some cancers. The nurse should conduct additional assessment regarding the amount and frequency of consumption.
Rationale 2: Chemicals are implicated in the development of some cancers. Working in an industry that involves chemicals, as in this situation, may increase the risk.
Rationale 3: Tobacco use is linked to the development of cancer.
Rationale 4: Epstein-Barr virus has been implicated in the development of cancer.
Rationale 5: Aging is a risk factor in the development of cancer, but this patient is young.
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