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The Nurse Is Caring for a 78-Year-Old Woman Who Was

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The nurse is caring for a 78-year-old woman who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. What consideration may the nurse need to make for this woman that she may not need to make for younger women with breast cancer?


Definitions:

Major Nitrogenous Waste

The primary form of nitrogen excreted by organisms, which varies among species (urea in mammals, uric acid in birds and reptiles, and ammonia in aquatic organisms).

Annelids

A phylum of segmented worms that includes earthworms and leeches, characterized by their segmented bodies and presence in diverse habitats.

Nitrogenous Waste

Waste products containing nitrogen, such as ammonia, urea, and uric acid, produced by the metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids.

Desert-Living Animals

Animals that have adapted to survive in desert environments, characterized by extreme temperatures and scarce water.

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