Question

a nurse assesses a client who returns to the clinic for another round of chemotherapy for breast cancer. the client reports seeing a white coating in her mouth. the client asks the nurse if this is the cancer spreading. what is the nurses best reply? answers: a - d a no, this is not a spread of your cancer. breast cancer does not spread to the mouth. b some medications for cancer may weaken your immune system and cause fungal infections. c have you had difficulty swallowing or eating since this occurred? d have you been eating very hot or spicy foods?

Explanation:

The white coating in the mouth is likely due to a side - effect of chemotherapy, which can weaken the immune system and lead to fungal infections like thrush. Option B addresses this potential cause. Option A is incorrect as cancer can metastasize to various areas and saying it doesn't spread to the mouth is inaccurate. Option C and D are not the most relevant responses to the client's concern about cancer spread.

Answer:

B. "Some medications for cancer may weaken your immune system and cause fungal infections."