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MC The client explains to the nurse that his father died from malignant melanoma. The nurse knows that this client has
 
  A. The same risk for malignant melanoma as the general population.
   B. The same risk for malignant melanoma as the father had.
   C. A lower risk of developing malignant melanoma.
   D. An eightfold increase in risk for malignant melanoma.

Question 2

MC The nurse is discussing the effects of obesity with a group of adolescents. Information the nurse should share with the group includes: (Select all that apply.)
 
  A. Obesity decreases with age.
   B. Obesity can contribute to heart disease.
   C. Obesity is decreasing among the younger population.
   D. Obesity may exacerbate the effects of arthritis.
   E. Obesity is associated with increased disability among people with chronic illnesses.



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Answer to Question 1

D. An eightfold increase in risk for malignant melanoma.

Answer to Question 2

B. Obesity can contribute to heart disease.
D. Obesity may exacerbate the effects of arthritis.
E. Obesity is associated with increased disability among people with chronic illnesses.



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