A 56-year-old female with a diagnosis of breast cancer has developed bone metastases, which her oncologist would like to treat with radiation therapy. What is her physician's most likely primary goal in the treatment plan of the metastases?
A)
Thorough elimination of neoplastic cells in the bone structure
B)
Preservation of normal weight bearing and range of motion
C)
Ensuring vascular supply to the bone is not affected
D)
Prevention of pathologic fractures
Ans:
D
Feedback:
While care providers would certainly try to maintain blood supply and mobility, the primary goal in the treatment of bone metastases is to prevent pathologic fractures. Complete elimination of neoplastic cells is not commonly attainable with radiation treatment.
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