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An Older Adult Patient Expresses Concern About Developing Cancer in the Future

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An older adult patient expresses concern about developing cancer in the future and asks the nurse advice about cancer prevention.The nurse shares that:


A) "Eating foods high in protein,such as chicken and fish,promote cell growth and repair,thus minimizing the risk."
B) "Although there are some behaviors that can help minimize your risk,the possibility of developing cancer is usually determined by age 65."
C) "Most cancers that develop after age 65 generally respond well to cancer treatment modalities."
D) "Cancers that develop late in life are generally slow growing,so they generally do not contribute to this group's mortality."

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