A client states that his brain tumor is benign and does not need to be removed. What is the nurse's best response?
a. "As your tumor grows, it can damage your brain, so it should be removed."
b. "Benign tumors consist of normal cells, so removal is only for cosmetic purposes."
c. "Benign tumors turn into cancer, so they should be removed as soon as possible."
d. "Because benign tumors can migrate, they should be removed before they spread."
A
Even though benign tumors do not migrate (metastasize) or become cancerous, they can com-promise or even destroy surrounding normal tissue. This is particularly a problem when a benign tumor arises in a location that does not expand to accommodate growth, such as in the skull.
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