The nurse is interviewing a patient about his past medical history. Which preexisting condition may lead the nurse to suspect that a patient has colorectal cancer?
A) Duodenal ulcers
B) Hemorrhoids
C) Weight gain
D) Polyps
Ans: D
Feedback: Colorectal polyps are common with colon cancer. Duodenal ulcers and hemorrhoids are not preexisting conditions of colorectal cancer. Weight loss, not gain, is an indication of colorectal cancer.
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A) basic human needs may go unmet B) limited access to reliable transportation C) decreased access to healthcare services D) risk for increased incidence of disease
After being diagnosed with cancer, the patient appears angry. At this point it would be appropriate for the nurse to assess for which kind of distress?
a. Environmental b. Developmental c. Physical d. Spiritual ANS: D
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