During assessment of a patient with suspected endometrial cancer, the nurse identifies an important risk factor for cancer of the endometrium when the patient's history includes

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Because adipose cells store estrogen, obesity is a risk factor for endometrial cancer. Alcohol addiction does not increase this risk. Multiple pregnancies offer protection from endometrial cancer. Early sexual activity is associated with increased cervical cancer risk, but it does not increase risk for endometrial cancer.

During Assessment of a Patient with Suspected Endometrial Cancer, the Nurse