Before Undergoing a Colon Resection for Cancer of the Colon

question 12

Multiple Choice

Before undergoing a colon resection for cancer of the colon, a client has an elevated carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) test. Which of the following explanations should the nurse provide to the client about this test?

• A)It confirms the diagnosis of colon cancer.
• B)It monitors the tumour status after surgery.
• C)It identifies the extent of cancer spread or metastasis.
• D)It determines the need for postoperative chemotherapy.

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