A client who was treated 1 year ago for testicular cancer now has an elevated serum alpha-fetoprotein level.Which topic is most important for the nurse to teach this client about?

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Alpha-fetoprotein is a tumor marker that is not produced in significant amounts by normal adult tissues.An increase in the level of alpha-fetoprotein after treatment most commonly indicates recurrence or metastasis.Chemotherapy is used to treat recurrent or metastatic disease.The client should already have been taught about sperm banking.Hospice is not indicated at this time.Because a rise in these levels indicates recurrence or metastasis,yearly monitoring is not appropriate.

A Client Who Was Treated 1 Year Ago for Testicular