The nurse is giving a health promotion class for middle-aged males.As part of her teaching plan,the nurse will provide information on which common health problems associated with this age group? Select all that apply.

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In the middle adult years,chronic diseases emerge as a major health problem.The most common are cancer,primarily lung,breast,colon,and prostate,obesity,diabetes,hypertension,and cardiovascular disease.Health promotion and health screenings should be conducted in all these areas.Alcoholism is a health problem for many age groups but it is not classified as a major health problem for the middle-aged adult.

The Nurse Is Giving a Health Promotion Class for Middle-Aged