After explaining how malignant cells differ from normal cells to a client with breast cancer, the nurse knows the client understands the characteristics of malignant cells when the client says "Malignant cells
A) are larger than normal cells and have designated purposes."
B) cannot grow if inflammation is present."
C) develop chromosomal abnormalities as they mature."
D) develop the same antigens as normal cells do."

Question

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Malignant cells may have an abnormal number of chromosomes or an abnormal arrangement. They also develop antigens that are completely different from those associated with normal cells. Malignant cells serve no useful purpose.

After Explaining How Malignant Cells Differ from Normal Cells to a Client