Manifestations of cancer in the pediatric patient vary by type and location, but include which of the following general manifestations? Select all that apply
1. Infection
2. Pain
3. Weight gain
4. Cachexia
5. Neurologic symptoms
6. Polycythemia
1, 2, 4, 5
Rationale:
1. Infection related to decreased immune function is common.
2. Pain results from neoplasm's directly or indirectly affecting nerve receptors.
3. Weight gain is incorrect; children with cancer are generally anorexic, have nausea and vomiting, and have early satiety.
4. Cachexia occurs secondarily to anorexia and nausea and vomiting.
5. Neurologic symptoms can occur from impingement on the brain or nervous system.
6. Anemia occurs rather than polycythemia.
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