A Patient Is Diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) of the Face

question 19

Multiple Choice

A patient is diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the face. Nursing action that is appropriate is to

• A) explain that this is the least deadly type of skin cancer.
• B) educate about minimizing sun exposure.
• C) teach that recurrence of SCC is rare.
• D) instruct about the systemic effects of chemotherapy.

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Definitions:

Yamasee

A Native American tribe in the southeastern United States, known for the Yamasee War against English colonization.

Creek

Refers to a Native American people originally from the southeastern United States, also known as the Muscogee, or to a small flowing natural freshwater stream.

West African

Pertaining to the western region of the African continent, known for its diverse cultures, languages, and historical significance in the transatlantic slave trade.

Atlantic

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