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ENagel

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Which of the following statements about colorectal cancer in the older adult is correct?
 
  A) the risk of colorectal cancer decreases with age
  B) colorectal cancer can be detected in early stages by measuring the level of the carcinogenicembryon ic antigen (CE
  A)
  C) colorectal cancer has no symptoms in the early stage but can be detected by screening tools, such as fecal occult blood testing and colonoscopy
  D) colorectal cancer occurs no more frequently in clients who have a history of ulcerative colitis

Question 2

An older client is experiencing abdominal discomfort and is seen for an office visit by the nurse practitioner. When assessing the abdomen the nurse should
 
  A) begin palpation in the area where the pain is most severe.
  B) use moderate pressure throughout the palpation.
  C) first check for rebound tenderness.
  D) use very light palpation starting in the area farthest from the pain.



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Brenm

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D




ENagel

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent


AngeliqueG

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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