The nurse is interviewing a male client about his past medical history. Which preexisting condition may lead the nurse to suspect that a client has colorectal cancer?
A. Polyps
B. Weight gain
C. Hemorrhoids
D. Duodenal ulcers
Correct Answer: A. Polyps
Option A: Colorectal polyps are common with colon cancer. These polyps can develop into cancer over time depending on the type of polyps such as adenomatous polyps and sessile serrated polyps.
Option B: Weight loss — not gain — is an indication of colorectal cancer.
Options C and D: Duodenal ulcers and hemorrhoids aren’t preexisting conditions of colorectal cancer.