The nurse is preparing a public education information program about ways to minimize the risk of developing cancer
What information is of highest priority that the nurse should emphasize in the public education program regarding minimizing the risk of developing cancer? A) Practice safe sex
B) Avoid overexposure to the sun
C) Increase activity levels
D) Eat foods high in calcium
B
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The nurse should educate the client to avoid overexposure to the sun, adhere to screening recommendations for specific cancers, and refrain from smoking to minimize the risk of developing cancer. Practicing safe sex ensures reproductive health; increasing activity levels and eating foods high in calcium minimize the risk of developing osteoporosis.
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