ATI RN
ATI Nur 112 Fundamentals of Nursing Exam Questions
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A nurse is teaching a patient about the warning signs of possible colorectal cancer according to the American Cancer Society guidelines. Which statements reflect that the patient understands the teaching? (Select all that apply)
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B: "Some people with colorectal cancer have unexplained abdominal or back pain." This statement is correct as abdominal or back pain can be a sign of advanced colorectal cancer.
C: "Blood in the stool is one warning sign I need to look for." This statement is correct as blood in the stool is a common symptom of colorectal cancer.
D: "I need to let my doctor know if my bowel habits start to change." This statement is correct because changes in bowel habits, such as persistent diarrhea or constipation, can be indicative of colorectal cancer.
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A: "It is not normal to see food particles in the stool." This statement is incorrect as seeing food particles in the stool is usually not a sign of colorectal cancer.
E: "Muscle aches are common in people with colorectal cancer." This statement is incorrect as muscle aches are not typically associated with colorectal cancer
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