The public health nurse identifies which of the following clients as being at high risk for developing colorectal cancer? Select all that apply.

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Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths affecting both genders equally. Various risk factors for colorectal cancer include: Personal or family (first-degree relative) history of colorectal cancer/polyps Personal history of inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, or ulcerative colitis History of hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch syndrome) Lifestyle factors such as obesity, a diet high in red meat, cigarette smoking, and alcohol consumption (Option D) Eating fruits, vegetables, and grains may decrease colorectal cancer risk but diets high in fat and low in fiber increase this risk. Educational objective: Medical risk factors for colorectal cancer include a personal or family history of inflammatory bowel disease. Lifestyle risk factors include a history of obesity, a diet high in red meat, cigarette smoking, and alcohol consumption.

The Public Health Nurse Identifies Which of the Following Clients