In preparing to take care of Mr.
Mendoza, the nurse recalls that lung
cancer:
causes the greatest number of
cancer deaths in men and women.
is an inherited cancer.
Oonly occurs in cigarette
smokers.
arises from outside the lung
and migrates to the lung.



Answer :

Answer: Causes the greatest number of cancer deaths in men and women.

Explanation:

"Causes the greatest number of cancer deaths in men and women" is true. Lung cancer causes the most amount of cancer deaths in the US and worldwide for both men and women.

"Is an inherited cancer" is false. Some people with lung cancer develop it partially through genetics, but most cases are not inherited.

"Only occurs in cigarette smokers" is false. While smoking is the cause for a lot of people diagnosed with lung cancer, it is not the only cause. 20% of people who die from lung cancer never smoked. Other smoking factors can include genetics or exposure to toxic air.

"Arises from outside the lung and migrates to the lung" is false. Lung cancer usually begins in the lungs, like in the airways. The disease is usually caused by disturbances in lung cell division.

Sources:

"Lung Cancer Statistics" - CDC

"Lung Cancer Facts 2023" - Lung Cancer Research Foundation

"Lung cancer" - MedlinePlus

"Lung Cancer: Types, Stages, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment" - Cleveland Clinic

Hope this helps!