The nurse is preparing a presentation for a local women's group about way to reduce the risk of reproductive tract cancers. Which of the following would the nurse include?
A) Blood pressure evaluation every 6 months
B) Yearly Pap smears starting at age 40
C) Yearly cholesterol screening starting at age 45
D) Consumption of two to three glasses of red wine per day
C
Response:
Staying healthy is a major way to reduce one's risk for cancer. Cholesterol should be checked annually starting at age 45 . Blood pressure should be evaluated at least every 2 years. Pap smears are recommended every 1 to 3 years for sexually active women between the ages of 21 and 65 . Alcohol should be consumed in moderation (not more than one drink per day), if at all.
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