Exam 22: Diagnostics, specimens, and Oncologic Considerations

Which is a location where an infusion catheter can be inserted?

What type of cancer treatment involves the partial removal of the tumor?

Endoscopy is only used to visualize body cavities and structures so that a diagnosis can be obtained.

What type of radiologic study can accompany a cholecystectomy?

What type of procedure does not enter the patient's body and uses equipment placed near the patient's skin?

What form of nuclear imaging emits positrons,causing gamma rays to be discharged?

The term diagnosis refers to the art or the act of determining the nature of a patient's disease.

____________ may contribute to the formation of cancerous tumors.

What factors help determine how the tumor cells respond to chemotherapy?

Which commonly used contrast medium is given to patients to drink before GI studies.

Because MRI uses a large electromagnet,metallic devices are allowed into the MRI machine as long as they are stainless steel.

What type of cancer cells are contained within the organ of origin?

Ultrasound is helpful in diagnosing whether emboli are present in the bloodstream.

If a secondary small bowel tumor is removed and positive lymph nodes and signs of metastases in the liver are found,how would the tumor be identified?

Sensory evoked potential (SEP)is useful in diagnosing which type of abnormality?

What group of people should receive a mammogram?

What type of biopsy involves removing the mass or entire structure from the body?

The use of vigorous scrubbing while prepping over underlying tumors is discouraged because of potential complications that could result.

What type of infusion device has a reservoir that is implanted within a subcutaneous pocket?

Which is a behavior that can be taught to patients to lower the risk of cancer?