A 52-year-old woman has found a small lump in her breast during self-examination of her breasts.While obtaining a nursing history from the patient,which of the following risk factors for breast cancer should the nurse question the patient about?

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Age at onset of menarche (first menstrual period) and menopause are known risk factors for breast cancer. Women who started their periods at a younger age or went through menopause later in life have a higher risk. It is important for the nurse to assess these factors in the patient’s nursing history. While smoking and trauma to the breasts may have an impact on breast health, they are not considered significant risk factors for breast cancer. Fibrocystic breast changes, while common, are also not considered to be a significant risk factor for breast cancer.

A 52-Year-Old Woman Has Found a Small Lump in Her