A client with prostate cancer reports pain in his lower back and legs. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Discuss medications for arthritis.
b. Perform a bladder scan.
c. Facilitate imaging studies.
d. Encourage weight-bearing exercises.
C
The primary site of metastasis for prostate cancer is the bone of the spine and the legs. The nurse should suspect metastasis and inform the health care provider. The client will need imaging stu-dies to look for metastasis, and the nurse should facilitate them. The other interventions are not appropriate.
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