A client who is being treated for bladder cancer expresses his concern of passing cancer to his wife during intercourse. Which is the best response by the nurse?
A) "You should avoid intercourse until your cancer is cured."
B) "Cancer is not transferred from person to person via direct contact."
C) "I understand you are concerned about your wife, but don't worry."
D) "Perhaps you should have your sperm tested for presence of cancer cells."
B
Feedback:
Bladder cancer, depending on staging, is treated over a long period of time. Abstaining from intercourse may not be realistic and is unnecessary because cancer is not transferred from person to person via body fluids. It is never appropriate for a nurse to tell a client not to worry.
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