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Multiple Choice
Which individual should a nurse recognize as having the highest risk of developing prostate cancer?
A
A 40-year-old Hispanic male with a healthy lifestyle
B
A 65-year-old African American male with a family history of prostate cancer
C
A 30-year-old Caucasian male with no family history of cancer
D
A 50-year-old Asian male who is a non-smoker
Verified step by step guidance
1
Understand the risk factors associated with prostate cancer, which include age, race, family history, and lifestyle.
Recognize that age is a significant risk factor; prostate cancer is more common in older men, particularly those over 50.
Identify that African American males have a higher incidence of prostate cancer compared to other races.
Consider the impact of family history; individuals with a family history of prostate cancer are at increased risk.
Evaluate the options given: the 65-year-old African American male with a family history of prostate cancer has multiple risk factors, making him the individual with the highest risk.