The Nurse Is Working with a Nursing Student in the Care

question 67

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with a nursing student in the care of an individual with colorectal cancer.The student asks, "Why did the health-care provider order plasminogen labs?" Which of the following is the best response?

• A)"Plasminogen serves as a tumor marker in colorectal cancer."
• B)"People with colorectal cancer can be at increased risk for disseminated intravascular coagulation."
• C)"I think the health-care provider may need to provide a blood transfusion in the future."
• D)"This patient is on Coumadin, and the health-care provider is following labs to ensure effective treatment."

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