Colon cancer is most closely associated with which

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Colon cancer is most closely associated with which of the following conditions?

A. Appendicitis B. Hemorrhoids C. Hiatal hernia D. Ulcerative colitis

Correct Answer: D

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Which of the following diagnostic tests should be performed annually over age 50 to screen for colon cancer?

A. Abdominal CT scan B. Abdominal x-ray C. Colonoscopy D. Fecal occult blood test

Correct Answer: D

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Radiation therapy is used to treat colon cancer before surgery for which of the following reasons?

A. Reducing the size of the tumor B. Eliminating the malignant cells C. Curing the cancer D. Helping the bowel heal after surgery

Correct Answer: A

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Which of the following symptoms is a client with colon cancer most likely to exhibit?

A. A change in appetite B. A change in bowel habits C. An increase in body weight D. An increase in body temperature

Correct Answer: B

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A client has just had surgery for colon cancer. Which of the following disorders might the client develop?

A. Peritonitis B. Diverticulosis C. Partial bowel obstruction D. Complete bowel obstruction

Correct Answer: C

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