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Skin Cancer: Melanoma; Basal cell carcinoma; Squamous cell carcinoma
Skin Cancer: Melanoma; Basal cell carcinoma; Squamous cell carcinoma ( 15 Questions)
A nurse is educating a group of patients about the risk factors associated with skin cancer. Which statement accurately identifies a risk factor for melanoma?
Having a family history of melanoma increases your risk.
This statement is accurate.
Melanoma has a genetic component, and individuals with a family history of melanoma are at a higher risk of developing the disease.
Mutations in certain genes, such as CDKN2A and CDK4, have been associated with familial melanoma, supporting the role of genetics in melanoma risk.
Chronic sun exposure is a significant risk factor.
This statement is also accurate.
Prolonged and excessive sun exposure, especially without adequate sun protection, is a well-established risk factor for melanoma.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can damage the DNA in skin cells and increase the likelihood of melanoma development.
Exposure to certain chemicals is the primary cause.
This statement is incorrect.
While exposure to certain chemicals can contribute to the development of various cancers, including skin cancer, they are not the primary cause of melanoma.
UV radiation from the sun and genetic factors play a more significant role in melanoma development.
Weakened immune system is unrelated to melanoma risk.
This statement is inaccurate.
A weakened immune system can indeed increase the risk of melanoma.
Individuals with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or organ transplant recipients taking immunosuppressive medications, have a higher risk of developing melanoma because their immune system may be less effective at detecting and controlling cancerous cells.
Choice A rationale:
Having a family history of melanoma increases your risk.
This statement is accurate.
Melanoma has a genetic component, and individuals with a family history of melanoma are at a higher risk of developing the disease.
Mutations in certain genes, such as CDKN2A and CDK4, have been associated with familial melanoma, supporting the role of genetics in melanoma risk.
Choice B rationale:
Chronic sun exposure is a significant risk factor.
This statement is also accurate.
Prolonged and excessive sun exposure, especially without adequate sun protection, is a well-established risk factor for melanoma.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun can damage the DNA in skin cells and increase the likelihood of melanoma development.
Choice C rationale:
Exposure to certain chemicals is the primary cause.
This statement is incorrect.
While exposure to certain chemicals can contribute to the development of various cancers, including skin cancer, they are not the primary cause of melanoma.
UV radiation from the sun and genetic factors play a more significant role in melanoma development.
Choice D rationale:
Weakened immune system is unrelated to melanoma risk.
This statement is inaccurate.
A weakened immune system can indeed increase the risk of melanoma.
Individuals with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or organ transplant recipients taking immunosuppressive medications, have a higher risk of developing melanoma because their immune system may be less effective at detecting and controlling cancerous cells.