When a Client with Stage I Breast Cancer Asks the Nurse

question 17

Multiple Choice

When a client with stage I breast cancer asks the nurse about the usual treatment for her problem, the nurse would base an answer on the fact that

• A) breast-conserving surgery is appropriate at this stage.
• B) mastectomy is done as soon as possible.
• C) radiation and chemotherapy are used instead of surgery.
• D) radiation therapy is given before surgery.

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