You are admitting a client to your unit. While assessing the client. you find out that the client has had hoarseness of approximately 4 months duration. Why would you report this to the attending physician?
A) The client may have chronic laryngitis.
B) The client is a smoker and has denied it.
C) Persistent hoarseness means the client talks to much.
D) Persistent hoarseness is a warning sign of cancer.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Persistent hoarseness is one of the warning signs of laryngeal cancer, and should be reported immediately to the attending physician. It could also be a symptom of chronic laryngitis, but ruling out cancer is important due to its potential severity.

You Are Admitting a Client to Your Unit