A nurse is educating a client about potential signs of advanced renal cancer. Which systemic symptom is often associated with advanced stages of renal cell carcinoma?

A) Incorrect. While targeted therapy may provide some relief from cancer-related symptoms, its primary purpose is to target cancer cells at the molecular level.

B) Correct. Targeted therapy is designed to target specific molecular features of cancer cells, inhibiting their growth and spread while minimizing damage to normal cells.

C) Incorrect. Targeted therapy is not primarily focused on strengthening the immune system. It is a distinct form of treatment that acts directly on cancer cells.

D) Incorrect. Targeted therapy is not a form of radiation treatment. It involves the use of drugs that target specific molecules involved in cancer cell growth.

A) Correct. A renal ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging test that helps visualize the structures of the kidney. It can detect tumors, cysts, and other abnormalities.

B) Incorrect. While a renal ultrasound is important for assessing the kidney, it is not typically used to confirm metastases in other organs. Imaging tests like CT scans or MRIs are more suitable for that purpose.

C) Incorrect. While a renal ultrasound can detect tumors within the kidney, it is not used for direct biopsy. Biopsy procedures are separate and may be performed if a tumor is detected.

D) Incorrect. While a renal ultrasound provides information about kidney structure, it is not primarily used to assess blood flow or kidney function. Other tests like Doppler ultrasound or renal scintigraphy may be used for that purpose.