Posted: August 16th, 2017

recognizes which of the following statements as accurately reflecting a risk factor for breast cancer?

he nurse recognizes which of the following statements as accurately reflecting a risk factor for breast cancer?
a) Mother affected by cancer before 60 years of age
Risk for breast cancer increases twofold if first-degree female relatives (sister, mother, or daughter) had breast cancer.
b) Onset of menses before 14 years of age
Increased risk is associated with early menarche (i.e., menses beginning before 12 years of age).
c) Multiparity
Nulliparity and later maternal age for first birth are associated with increased risk for breast cancer.
d) No alcohol consumption
Alcohol use remains controversial; however, a slightly increased risk is found in women who consume even one drink daily and doubles among women drinking three drinks daily.