Lung Cancer

Lung Cancer ( 40 Questions)

A client with lung cancer reports experiencing bone pain that has worsened over time. What should the nurse consider as a potential cause of this bone pain in the context of lung cancer?


Correct Answer: C

A) Incorrect. Arthritis may cause joint pain but is not typically associated with worsening bone pain in the context of lung cancer.

B) Incorrect. Muscular strain can cause localized pain but does not explain worsening bone pain.

C) Correct. Bone metastases occur when cancer spreads to the bones, leading to bone pain and increased risk of fractures.

D) Incorrect. Peripheral neuropathy is characterized by nerve-related symptoms and is not a typical cause of bone pain associated with lung cancer.




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