The nurse working in a predominately Hispanic community outlines a breast health screening.The nurse is aware that:

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Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in Hispanic women, making it an important issue to address in this community. While performing monthly self-breast exams is important for all women, there is no evidence to suggest that Hispanic women are particularly strict about this. While breast cancer incidence does increase with age, there is no evidence to suggest that Hispanic women have a higher incidence after age 40 compared to other ethnic groups. Attitudes towards private issues may vary among individuals within any cultural group, and it is not accurate to make a blanket statement about the attitudes of an entire cultural group.

The Nurse Working in a Predominately Hispanic Community Outlines a Breast