A Client's Most Recent Prostate-Specific Antigen Level Has Decreased Since

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client's most recent prostate-specific antigen level has decreased since starting treatment for prostate cancer. The nurse realizes this level would indicate that the client:

• A) no longer has the disease.
• B) has an increase in the severity of the disease process.
• C) is responding to treatment.
• D) should be retested.

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