A client asks the nurse to explain the nature of cancer because a relative recently died of the disease. The nurse should respond that cancer:
1. "Is an unknown substance that attacks the body."
2. "Is comprised of mutant cells that grow quickly."
3. "Affects only one area of the body."
4. "Is always life-threatening."
Answer: 2
1. Cancer is a known substance with treatment options.
2. Cancer is comprised of bodily cells that mutate and grow uncontrollably.
3. Cancer affects the client's whole body and life.
4. Many cancers are curable if detected early.
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