While the nurse is obtaining the health history of a 75-year-old female patient, which of the following has the greatest implication for the development of cancer?

A) Being a woman
B) Family history of hypertension
C) Cigarette smoking as a teenager
D) Advancing age

Advancing Age

The process of becoming older, which may impact health status and the need for care.

Cigarette Smoking

The act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke produced by burning tobacco contained in cigarettes, which is known to be harmful to health.

Family History

The record of diseases or health conditions present in one's family, which can be important for assessing the risk of genetic disorders.