A patient with lung cancer is demonstrating signs of complete tumor response after two courses of chemotherapy. What should the nurse conclude that this response indicates?
A. A contraindication for further chemotherapy
B. A long-term survival from the disease
C. An indication that surgery can be performed
D. An indication that radiation therapy is needed
Answer: B
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a. 5-10 b. 15-30 c. 80-100 d. 100-120
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