Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer ( 40 Questions)

Question 23 :
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A client newly diagnosed with lung cancer complains of persistent and worsening chest pain. What should the nurse explain to the client about the possible cause of chest pain in lung cancer?

Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Chest pain in lung cancer is often related to the disease itself and its effects on nearby tissues.

B) Incorrect. Chest pain in lung cancer is not typically due to an allergic reaction to chemotherapy.

C) Correct. As lung cancer advances, it can invade nearby structures, leading to chest pain.

D) Incorrect. While radiation therapy can have side effects, chest pain is not a normal side effect of radiation for lung cancer.




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