When Educating a Patient About the Warning Signs of Cancer

question 3

Multiple Choice

When educating a patient about the warning signs of cancer, the nurse includes which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Difficulty in swallowing
• B) Persistent cough
• C) Hyperactive bowel sounds
• D) Vesicular breath sounds
• E) Changes in pulse rate
• F) Obvious change in a mole

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Definitions:

Cultural Assessment

An evaluation process that examines an individual’s cultural beliefs, values, and practices to provide culturally competent and sensitive healthcare services.

Trusting Relationship

A connection between two or more parties based on confidence, reliability, and understanding, often crucial in healthcare settings.

Behavior Similarities

Patterns or traits in actions or responses that are alike among different individuals or groups.

Oppression

The systematic and unjust treatment or control of individuals or groups by others who are more powerful, often leading to the disadvantaged group's marginalization.