A Client Is Diagnosed with Metastatic Prostate Cancer

question 1

Multiple Choice

A client is diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer.The client asks the nurse the purpose of his treatment with the luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LH-RH) agonist leuprolide (Lupron) and the bisphosphonate pamidronate (Aredia) .Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) "The treatment reduces testosterone and prevents bone fractures."
• B) "The medications prevent erectile dysfunction and increase libido."
• C) "There is less gynecomastia and osteoporosis with this drug regimen."
• D) "These medications both inhibit tumor progression by blocking androgens."

---

Definitions:

Invoice

A formal written document requesting payment for goods delivered or services rendered, detailing the transaction between a seller and a buyer.

Dividends Account

An account in the general ledger that records the dividends paid out to shareholders during an accounting period.

Earnings

The net profits of a company after all expenses have been deducted from revenues.

Stockholders

Individuals or entities that own shares in a corporation, thereby having an ownership interest in the company.