A Client Is Diagnosed with a Small Lipoma on His

question 7

Multiple Choice

A client is diagnosed with a small lipoma on his arm and is being discharged from the clinic. The client says, "I have a tumor, but I am not being treated with anything. I don't understand." How should the nurse respond?

• A) "I am supposed to make an appointment for you to see the oncologist who will recommend treatment."
• B) "Lipomas are benign and usually do not require treatment."
• C) "Lipomas grow slowly and are not cancerous."
• D) "Lipomas do not metastasize and are not cancer."
• E) "The physician will consult with a surgeon and will contact you later."

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