A Patient Is Diagnosed with Gastric Cancer After Presenting with Cachexia

A patient is diagnosed with gastric cancer after presenting with cachexia, small bowel obstruction, hepatomegaly, and ascites. What will the provider tell this patient about treatment and possible cure?

A) A complete resection will be curative.
B) Chemotherapy is the only option.
C) Palliative resection may be performed.
D) Radiation therapy is preferred for metastasis.