Question

practice questions
a nurse is discussing health risks with a client. which health risks are considered modifiable risk factors? select all that apply

1. management of hypertension
2. gender assigned at birth
3. age and developmental stage
4. family history of breast cancer
5. sedentary lifestyle
6. smoking

Explanation:

• Modifiable risk factors are those that can be changed or controlled by an individual.
• Management of hypertension can be influenced by lifestyle changes (diet, exercise) and medical treatment.
• A sedentary lifestyle can be altered by increasing physical activity.
• Smoking can be stopped through various cessation methods.
• Gender assigned at birth, age and developmental stage, and family history of breast cancer are non - modifiable as they are inherent or biological factors that cannot be changed.

Answer:

1. Management of hypertension, 5. Sedentary lifestyle, 6. Smoking