Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer ( 40 Questions)

A client asks the nurse about the relationship between smoking and the risk of developing lung cancer. What response by the nurse is accurate?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Smoking is strongly associated with the development of lung cancer.

B) Incorrect. Both heavy and light smokers are at an increased risk of developing lung cancer.

C) Correct. Smoking is the primary cause of lung cancer, accounting for the majority of cases.

D) Incorrect. Passive smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke can increase the risk of lung cancer in non-smokers.




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