Which of the following characteristics is common in malignant tumors?
a. Usually contained within a capsule
b. Divide and multiply in the same manner as normal cells
c. Proliferate and respond to treatment
d. Progress and destroy surrounding tissues while spreading to distant parts of the body
ANS: D
Malignant tumors destroy surrounding tissues and may spread to distant parts of the body causing a secondary tumor to grow in that area. Malignant cells divide and multiply but not in the same manner as normal parent cells and are rarely contained within a capsule.
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And another thing, I can't stay here forever; I have to look after my elderly mother." From these data the nurse can correctly determine that the patient is a. experiencing a difficult transition to the patient role. b. unnecessarily sensitive to loss of independence. c. excessively fearful of unknown aspects of hospitalization. d. suffering from sensory overload.