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A nurse is providing health education to a 50-year-old client with no family history of colorectal cancer. Which screening recommendation is appropriate for this client?

A Annual mammogram.
B Routine prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test.
C Colonoscopy every 10 years.
D Yearly skin examination by a dermatologist.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

For individuals at average risk, a colonoscopy is typically recommended every 10 years starting at age 45-50 for colorectal cancer screening.

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