The nurse is teaching about cervical cancer prevention during a women's health conference. Which of the following factors should be taught as risks for cervical cancer? Select all that apply.

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11ecbb05_c9d0_aed6_b433_b52941b3737f_MD0009_00 Almost all cases of cervical cancer result from persistent infection due to human papillomavirus (HPV), a primary risk factor (Option B). HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection but is usually transient and resolves spontaneously. However, persistent HPV infection can cause abnormal changes in cervical epithelial tissue that slowly progress to invasive cancer if not treated. Most other risk factors for cervical cancer are related to behaviors that increase the client's risk of contracting HPV or an inability to clear the infection. Clients who have multiple sexual partners or initiate sexual activity at an early age (<18) increase their risk for exposure to HPV (Options C and E). Clients with weakened immunity (eg, HIV, immunosuppressive therapy) may have an impaired ability to clear HPV, which increases the risk for cervical cancer due to persistent infection (Option A). (Option D) Nulliparity (ie, no previous pregnancies) is not a risk factor for cervical cancer; however, it is a risk factor for breast cancer. Educational objective: Human papillomavirus is the most common sexually transmitted infection and is a primary risk factor for cervical cancer. Other cervical cancer risk factors include sexual activity at an early age (age <18), multiple sexual partners, and weakened immune system function (eg, HIV infection).

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