Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer ( 40 Questions)
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Question 8 :
A client asks the nurse about the difference between non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and small cell lung cancer (SCLC). How should the nurse differentiate between the two?
Incorrect. SCLC is generally more aggressive and grows rapidly compared to NSCLC.
Correct. NSCLC is more common, and treatment outcomes are generally better when compared to SCLC.
Incorrect. NSCLC and SCLC have distinct characteristics and treatment approaches.
Incorrect. Both NSCLC and SCLC are associated with smoking, although SCLC is more strongly linked to smoking.
Correct Answer: B
A) Incorrect. SCLC is generally more aggressive and grows rapidly compared to NSCLC.
B) Correct. NSCLC is more common, and treatment outcomes are generally better when compared to SCLC.
C) Incorrect. NSCLC and SCLC have distinct characteristics and treatment approaches.
D) Incorrect. Both NSCLC and SCLC are associated with smoking, although SCLC is more strongly linked to smoking.