Mrs. Smith is a 42-year-old woman with a smoking history of a pack per day for 20 years. She works at a high-stress job and does not have any children. Mrs. Smith states she tries to eat a healthy diet, but she has limited time and often turns to processed food for quick meals. She admits to consuming more than a moderate amount of alcohol. Mrs. Smith’s family history includes a mother who had breast cancer. Referring to this scenario, address the following in your initial post:
Identify Mrs. Smith’s risk factors and associated cancer types.
Describe ways Mrs. Smith can reduce her risk of cancer.
Explain general cancer prevention measures you would reinforce with all clients.
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