portage pathophysiology exam 2 / Latest Questions
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2025/2026.
Terms in this set (21)
True/False: False, only tissue can diagnose. Tumor markers are
Blood tests for tumor helpful to assess response to therapy or
markers can make a reoccurrence.
diagnosis of cancer. Why
or why not?
What is the most tissue biopsy
important procedure in
diagnosing the correct
cancer and histology?
T is the size and local spread of the primary tumor.
Explain the TNM system: N is the involvement of the regional lymph nodes.
M is the extent of the metastatic involvement.
1. List two signs or 1. S+S: Bleeding; sore that doesn't heal; fluid in the
symptoms a patient may pleural, pericardial, or peritoneal spaces; chest pain,
present with that might shortness of breath, cough, abdominal discomfort or
indicate a cancer swelling. Other possible answers can include a mass
diagnosis: or lump, pain (need to be specific), fatigue, fevers,
weight loss
2. What are two systemic
manifestations of cancer 2. Systemic: Weight loss, wasting of body fat and
exhibited by cancer muscle tissue, weakness, anorexia, and anemia,
patients? fatigue, sleep disturbances
& Detailed Answers (A+ Guided Solutions)
2025/2026.
Terms in this set (21)
True/False: False, only tissue can diagnose. Tumor markers are
Blood tests for tumor helpful to assess response to therapy or
markers can make a reoccurrence.
diagnosis of cancer. Why
or why not?
What is the most tissue biopsy
important procedure in
diagnosing the correct
cancer and histology?
T is the size and local spread of the primary tumor.
Explain the TNM system: N is the involvement of the regional lymph nodes.
M is the extent of the metastatic involvement.
1. List two signs or 1. S+S: Bleeding; sore that doesn't heal; fluid in the
symptoms a patient may pleural, pericardial, or peritoneal spaces; chest pain,
present with that might shortness of breath, cough, abdominal discomfort or
indicate a cancer swelling. Other possible answers can include a mass
diagnosis: or lump, pain (need to be specific), fatigue, fevers,
weight loss
2. What are two systemic
manifestations of cancer 2. Systemic: Weight loss, wasting of body fat and
exhibited by cancer muscle tissue, weakness, anorexia, and anemia,
patients? fatigue, sleep disturbances
