56. When explaining the purpose of radiation to a client with multiple myeloma, which treatment goal should be described?
56. When explaining the purpose of radiation to a client with multiple myeloma, which treatment goal should be described?
. Enhancing the effects of chemotherapy.
. Killing metastatic cells.
. Shrinking invasive tumor masses.
. Preventing invasion of bone by cells.
Test-Taking Tip
If two choices seem correct (Answers 2 and 3), choose the broadest—shrinkage will kill cells (Answer 3).
Content Area: Adult Health, Oncological; Integrated Process: Nursing Process, Implementation; Cognitive Level: Application; Client Need/Subneed: Physiological Integrity/Physiological Adaptation/Alterations in Body Systems
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Answer 1 is incorrect because the effects of radiation are distinct from those of chemotherapy. Answer 2 is incorrect because the primary purpose is shrinkage. Answer 3 is correct because multiple myeloma is a malignancy of the bone and bone marrow; radiation may be used to shrink the size of a tumor that interferes with movement and causes pain. Answer 4 is incorrect because the disease has already caused widespread bone destruction before radiation is used.