A Postmenopausal Black Woman Who Has Been Experiencing Uterine Bleeding

A postmenopausal black woman who has been experiencing uterine bleeding tells the nurse "I expect I'll need a total hysterectomy because when my sister had this problem that's what she had done." The nurse recognizes that this woman belongs to a cultural subgroup whose health care needs are best met by:

A) radical surgery to address the predisposition to uterine cancer.
B) familiarizing her with the various medical options available to her.
C) an in-depth family health history assessment.
D) emotional support directed toward preparing her for the surgery.

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