When an adolescent with a new diagnosis of Ewing sarcoma asks the nurse about treatment,the nurse's response is based on the knowledge that (Select all that apply.)
A) this type of tumor invades the bone.
B) management includes chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation.
C) Ewing sarcoma is usually not responsive to either chemotherapy or radiation.
D) affected bones such as ribs and proximal fibula may be removed to excise the tumor.
E) is the most common bone tumor seen in children.

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Ewing sarcoma invades the bone and is found most often in the midshaft of long bones,especially the femur,vertebrae,ribs,and pelvic bones.Treatment for Ewing sarcoma begins with chemotherapy to decrease tumor bulk,followed by surgical resection of the primary tumor.Local control of the tumor can be achieved with surgery or radiation.The affected bone may be removed if it will not affect the child's functioning.Ribs and the proximal fibula are considered expendable and may be removed to excise the tumor without affecting function.Ewing sarcoma is responsive to both chemotherapy and radiation.Osteosarcoma is the most common primary bone malignancy in children.The second most common bone tumor seen in children is Ewing sarcoma.

When an Adolescent with a New Diagnosis of Ewing Sarcoma