ATI NUR 180 Pharmacology Proctored Exam
A nurse is caring for a client who is newly diagnosed with cervical cancer.What type of genes can cause cancer?
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A rationaleTumor enhancer genes are not typically a recognized category in cancer genetics. Proto-oncogenes and DNA repair genes are relevant to cancer development.Choice B rationaleThis choice is incorrect as there are genes like proto-oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, and DNA repair genes that play roles in cancer.Choice C rationaleThis choice is partially correct but incomplete without including DNA repair genes, which are also crucial in cancer prevention.Choice D rationaleThis choice is correct as proto-oncogenes can become oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes prevent uncontrolled cell growth, and DNA repair genes fix DNA mutations that can lead to cancer.
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