You are an occupational health nurse who is presenting a workshop on laryngeal cancer. What risk factors would you be sure to include in your workshop? Select all that apply.
A) Alcohol
B) Age
C) Tobacco
D) Industrial pollutants
E) Region of country you live in

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The known risk factors for laryngeal cancer include alcohol consumption, tobacco use (including smoking and smokeless tobacco), and exposure to industrial pollutants. Age is a factor as well, as the risk increases with age. However, region of the country is not a significant risk factor for laryngeal cancer.

You Are an Occupational Health Nurse Who Is Presenting a Workshop