The community health nurse is planning programs aimed at reducing the incidence of cancer.Which strategies would the nurse plan to implement as part of primary prevention?
Select all that apply.

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Primary prevention strategies are aimed at preventing a disease or condition before it occurs. Providing health counseling and education (A), reducing tobacco use (B), and helping clients maintain weight within recommended levels (E) are all strategies that can help prevent the initial occurrence of cancer by addressing modifiable risk factors. Annual Papanicolaou (Pap) smears (C) and instructing women in breast self-examination (D) are considered secondary prevention strategies, as they are aimed at early detection rather than preventing the disease from occurring.

The Community Health Nurse Is Planning Programs Aimed at Reducing