A client is diagnosed with breast cancer. The tumor size is up to 5 cm with axillary and neck lymph node involvement. The client is in what stage of breast cancer?
A. Stage I
B. Stage II
C. Stage III
D. Stage IV
Correct Answer: B. Stage II
Option B: The tumor in stage II measures between 2 cm to 5 cm or the cancer has extended to the nearby lymph nodes.
Option A: Stage I – tumor size up to 2 cm. Stage II – tumor size up to 5 cm with axillary and neck lymph node involvement.
Option C: Stage III – tumor size is more than 5 cm with axillary and neck lymph node involvement.
Option D: Stage IV – metastasis to distant organs (liver, lungs, bone and brain).