A female patient tells the nurse that she does not want to have annual mammograms because the x-rays can cause cancer. With which of the following should the nurse respond to this patient?

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The nurse should provide education about the importance of mammograms and explain that the risk of developing cancer from the x-rays is considerably lower than the risk of having undiagnosed breast cancer. It is important to address the patient's concerns and provide information to help her make an informed decision about her health. Simply agreeing with the patient's statement (B) is not appropriate or helpful. While monthly breast exams (C) are important, they do not replace the need for mammograms. Similarly, while reporting breast changes to a doctor (D) is important, it is not a substitute for routine mammograms.

A Female Patient Tells the Nurse That She Does Not