A patient's family health history helps to identify the history of illness for family members. The nurse knows the family health history can more specifically identify which of the following? Select all that apply.

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Family health history is crucial for identifying genetic or familial tendencies for diseases (B), recognizing family health patterns or tendencies (C), and understanding trends such as obesity within the family (E). These aspects are directly related to health and can indicate a higher risk for certain conditions that have a genetic or lifestyle component.

A Patient's Family Health History Helps to Identify the History