Question

The client is a survivor of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Which of the following statements indicates the client needs additional information?

A. "Regular screening is very important for me."
B. "The survivor rate is directly proportional to the incidence of second malignancy."
C. "The survivor rate is indirectly proportional to the incidence of second malignancy."
D. "It is important for survivors to know the stage of the disease and their current treatment plan."

Answer 1

The client needs additional information when they state that the survivor rate is indirectly proportional to the incidence of second malignancy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The client needs additional information when they state that 'The survivor rate is indirectly proportional to the incidence of second malignancy.' This statement is incorrect because the survivor rate of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is actually directly proportional to the incidence of second malignancy.