The nurse caring for a client admitted with a diagnosis of suspected lung cancer might expect to find what on assessment?
1. Cyanosis
2. Night sweats
3. Dysphagia
4. Hemoptysis
Answer: 4
1. Cyanosis is a sign of impaired gas exchange, secondary to many respiratory and cardiac conditions.
2. Night sweats are seen with tuberculosis.
3. Dysphagia is common with disorders of the throat.
4. Coughing up blood is a common sign of lung cancer.
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