The nurse is participating in a staff presentation to review risk factors for skin cancer. Which of the following risk factors should the nurse include? Select all that apply.

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Skin cancers are most often linked to damage of skin cells' DNA by overexposure to ultraviolet radiation (eg, sunlight, tanning beds). The three most common types of skin cancer are squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, and melanoma. Melanomas grow rapidly and are highly metastatic, making them the deadliest form of skin cancer. Basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas generally have a much lower risk of metastasis. Risk factors for skin cancer include: Family or personal history of skin cancer (Option A) Celtic ancestry traits (eg, light skin, red or blond hair, blue or green eyes, many freckles) Aging Atypical or high number of moles because some skin cancers develop from pre-existing moles (Option B) Immunosuppression (eg, immunosuppressant medications, HIV), which lowers the body's ability to defend against cancerous mutations (Option D) Ultraviolet light exposure (eg, chronic sun exposure, outdoor occupation, tanning bed use, history of severe sunburns) (Option E) Clients should be taught to avoid overexposure to sunlight, perform monthly skin checks with the ABCDE assessment, and immediately report any abnormal findings to their health care provider. Early detection and treatment significantly improve outcomes. (Option C) Acne is not a known risk factor for skin cancer. Educational objective: Risk factors for skin cancer include family or personal history of skin cancer, Celtic ancestry traits (eg, light skin, blue eyes), aging, atypical or high number of moles, immunosuppression, and ultraviolet light exposure (eg, chronic sun exposure, outdoor occupation).

The Nurse Is Participating in a Staff Presentation to Review