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    ATI wellness and selfcare proctored exam (fundamentals)

    A nurse is discussing preventative screenings with a group of clients. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate to include in the discussion?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Current guidelines recommend that men discuss prostate cancer screening with their healthcare provider starting at age 50 for average-risk men. Screening is typically done through prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing and/or digital rectal exams. Annual exams are not universally recommended for all men without individual risk assessment; frequency may vary based on risk factors such as family history or ethnicity. B. Testicular self-exams are generally recommended for younger men, starting in adolescence through young adulthood, typically ages 15–35, because testicular cancer is more common in this age group. Starting at age 35 is later than recommended, and monthly self-exams should continue in younger adults rather than beginning at this age. C. Screening for hyperlipidemia is an important preventative measure to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Current guidelines recommend that men begin regular cholesterol monitoring around age 35–40, depending on risk factors, and continue periodically throughout adulthood. This helps identify and manage elevated cholesterol before cardiovascular complications develop.

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