A client with a family history of renal cancer asks the nurse about potential risk factors. How should the nurse respond?

A) Incorrect. It is important for the client to understand that they will have restrictions on activities after a nephrectomy. Resuming normal activities immediately without any restrictions would not be accurate.

B) Correct. After a nephrectomy, clients should avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities for several weeks to promote healing and prevent complications.

C) Incorrect. Postoperative follow-up care is essential after a nephrectomy. The client will likely have scheduled appointments for monitoring recovery and addressing any concerns.

D) Incorrect. While pain relief will be provided, it may not be immediate, and the client should be prepared for some discomfort after surgery.

A) Incorrect. While CT scans may be used to monitor treatment progress, their primary purpose in renal cancer diagnosis is to provide detailed images of the kidneys and surrounding structures.

B) Correct. A CT scan is a valuable imaging tool for assessing the size, location, and extent of a renal tumor. It provides detailed images that aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.

C) Incorrect. A CT scan is not used for direct sampling and analysis of cancerous tissue within the kidney. Biopsy procedures are performed separately for that purpose.

D) Incorrect. While a CT scan provides anatomical information, it is not primarily used to assess blood flow or kidney function. Other tests may be employed for those purposes.