An older adult female has been given instructions concerning an endocrine assessment the nurse will be conducting. Which statement by the patient would indicate that further instruction is necessary?
A) "Because I am already past menopause, there will be no need for a breast exam in this assessment."
B) "The nurse will look at my skin, nails, and hair."
C) "I'll be sure to let the nurse know that diabetes runs in my family."
D) "The nurse will palpate my throat in the front."
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