In preparing a client for radiation therapy, the nurse explains that ______% of clients undergo radiation as part of their cancer treatment
Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number.
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
Correct Answer: 50
Rationale: Approximately 50% of clients with cancer receive radiation therapy as part of their treatment.
Global Rationale: Approximately 50% of clients with cancer receive radiation therapy as part of their treatment.
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