A Patient Diagnosed with Cancer Tells the Nurse That He

A patient diagnosed with cancer tells the nurse that he does not want to experience any more pain. What information should the nurse consider when formulating a response?. Select all that apply.

A) Up to 50% of cancer patients with pain do not get adequate relief.
B) The presence of pain and fatigue makes other cancer symptoms more difficult to manage.
C) The nurse can provide only the pain relief measures that are ordered.
D) The majority of cancer pain comes from tissue destruction by tumor cells.
E) The nurse should adhere to evidence-based guidelines as the plan of care for this patient's pain.