Answer to Question 1
Correct Answer: 2,3,4
Rationale 1: There is no indication for seeing an oncologist.
Rationale 2: A lipoma is a fatty tumor and is benign. They do not require treatment unless they are positioned where they are easily irritated or injured. If so, simple removal generally suffices.
Rationale 3: Lipomas are benign and grow slowly.
Rationale 4: Lipomas are benign and therefore do not metastasize.
Rationale 5: There is no reason for a surgical consultation.
Answer to Question 2
Correct Answer: 2,4,5
Rationale 1: If the client has a grim prognosis related to pancreatic cancer, it is not ethical to give the family false hope.
Rationale 2: Chemotherapy is sometimes given to reduce tumor size and help to reduce problems associated with the pressure the tumor is exerting on adjacent structures.
Rationale 3: Use of the term give up on him is not therapeutic. It may confuse the family when it comes time to discontinue the chemotherapy.
Rationale 4: Pain reduction is a common reason for administering chemotherapy to a client with a poor prognosis.
Rationale 5: The reason palliative chemotherapy is administered is to improve the client's quality of life.
Why Cells Are Small 2
Use a step stool to help an infirm client get on and off the table.
The small intestine.
Structure of the small intestine.
Muscle action in the small intestine