NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Gastrointestinal Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The 85-year-old male client diagnosed with cancer of the colon asks the nurse, 'Why did I get this cancer?' Which statement is the nurse's best response?
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Rationale: Low dietary fiber is a known risk factor for colon cancer, as it slows bowel transit and increases exposure to carcinogens. Colon cancer is common in older adults, not younger ones, and gender differences are minimal.
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Question 5 of 5
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