A 62-year-old man with weight loss,difficulty chewing,and malaise has been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity.Which of the following information obtained from the patient during the nursing history is the most significant risk factor for oral cancer?

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Tobacco use is the most significant risk factor for oral cancer, accounting for up to 80% of cases. Neglected oral hygiene and recurrent herpes simplex infections are not significant risk factors for oral cancer, and chronic overexposure to the sun is a risk factor for skin cancer but not for oral cancer.

A 62-Year-Old Man with Weight Loss,difficulty Chewing,and Malaise Has Been