A client had surgery to remove a lump in the upper region of the arm. The physician informed the client that the tumor was benign. The client asks the nurse about the chances of a favorable response to the therapy

What should the nurse's reply include? A) "A benign tumor is the result of growth of cells; if removed, it usually does not recur."
B) "A benign tumor is the result of infection and requires regular medication."
C) "A benign tumor is the result of imbalanced metabolism and recurs gradually."
D) "A benign tumor is the result of occupational factors and may undergo metastasis."


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The nurse should inform the client that a benign tumor is the result of growth of cells and, once removed, it usually does not recur. Benign tumors are not the result of infection, an imbalanced metabolism, or occupational factors.

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