Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
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The nurse is caring for a client with suspected colorectal cancer. Which of the following findings would support a diagnosis of colorectal cancer? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,C,D
Rationale
Colorectal cancer often presents with fatigue (A) due to anemia or systemic effects, blood in the stool (B) from tumor bleeding, changes in bowel habits (C) like diarrhea or constipation, and unintentional weight loss (D) from malignancy-related cachexia. Elevated hemoglobin (E) is unlikely, as anemia is more common due to chronic blood loss.