(New Q&A) Med Surg Test 2 Lpn 36 Questions
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Which finding of the breast is a manifestation of breast cancer?
Answer: Palpable painless lump. -
What is the best way to screen for prostate cancer?
Answer: PSA serum level.
A PSA blood test is the most common screening test, though screening decisions should be individualized. -
If a cancer surgery is done on a male, what will he come back with?
Answer: Erectile dysfunction.
This fits best if the question is referring to prostate cancer surgery. Which of the following is a common screening test for uterine cancer?
Answer: There is no standard routine screening test for uterine/endometrial cancer.
A Pap smear is for cervical cancer screening, not uterine cancer. -
What is the number one test that will detect cancer?
Answer: Biopsy.
A biopsy is the main test used to confirm cancer. -
A nurse is caring for a patient with a diagnosis of bowel tumor. The physician has ordered several diagnostic tests. Which test will confirm the diagnosis of malignancy?
Answer: The biopsy of the tumor. -
A nurse is assisting with the creation of the plan of care for prostate screening in a high-risk population. Which of the following is an important consideration?
Answer: PSA screening should be discussed earlier and more carefully in high-risk groups, such as men with a strong family history and Black men, because risk is higher in these populations.