A patient who had stomach cancer surgery 2 years ago is concerned about it recurring because of being fatigued. Which health problem should the nurse realize this patient is experiencing?
A. A return of the stomach cancer
B. Ineffective coping
C. Metastasis
D. Vitamin deficiency
Answer: D
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