When teaching a group of patients about colorectal cancer, the nurse informs the group that the most common symptom is:
A) Passage of blood in the stools
B) Fatigue
C) Anorexia
D) A change in bowel habits
Ans: D
Feedback: The most common presenting symptom associated with colorectal cancer is a change in bowel habits. The passage of blood is the second most common symptom. Symptoms may also include unexplained anemia, anorexia, weight loss, and fatigue.
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