The nurse is providing care to a client who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. The nurse is providing education regarding the possible treatment options. Which options will the nurse include in the teaching session?
Select all that apply.
A) Mastectomy
B) Hormone therapy
C) Lumpectomy
D) Palliative care
E) Radiation
Answer: A, B, C, E
Treatment options appropriate for a client newly diagnosed with breast cancer may include mastectomy, hormone therapy, lumpectomy, and radiation. Palliative care will only be implemented once the client's cancer is considered to be terminal in nature.
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