A male client being treated for testicular cancer with chemotherapy has a decreased alpha-fetoprotein radioimmunoassay (AFP). Which nursing intervention should the nurse implement? A. Advice the client that the treatment is having a beneficial effect. B. Instruct the client to obtain prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing. C. Inform the client that his chemotherapy dose will probably be increased. D. Discuss options for hospice care with the client and family members.

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A male client being treated for testicular cancer with chemotherapy has a decreased alpha-fetoprotein radioimmunoassay (AFP). Which nursing intervention should the nurse implement?

A. Advice the client that the treatment is having a beneficial effect.

B. Instruct the client to obtain prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing.

C. Inform the client that his chemotherapy dose will probably be increased.

D. Discuss options for hospice care with the client and family members.

 

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