The nurse is planning to conduct education for older adult clients regarding preventative health screenings. Which type of screening does the nurse anticipate educating this population on?
1. Glaucoma
2. Nutrition
3. An annual mammogram
4. Prostate-specific antigen
3. An annual mammogram
Explanation: 1. A glaucoma screening is recommended annually for those at risk for glaucoma.
2. Nutritional assessment and counseling are encouraged for those with diabetes or renal disease.
3. The nurse will discuss the importance of annual mammograms. Older women are the fastest growing population in the United States.
4. A prostate-specific antigen is recommended yearly for men under the age of 70.
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