MODULE 12 - Integrated Body Systems ONCOLOGY - Neoplasia Diagnosis and Management / Exam Review questions and answers, 100% Accurate, rated A+/[LATEST EXAM UPDATES]

MODULE 12 - Integrated Body Systems ONCOLOGY - Neoplasia Diagnosis and Management / Exam Review questions and answers, 100% Accurate, rated A+/ 1 Q What are the three presentations of neoplasia? A Superficial mass Clinical signs Paraneoplastic syndrome 2 Q What is paraneoplastic syndrome? A Paraneoplastic syndrome is the range of clinical signs that result from the secretion of substances by neoplastic cells. These substances can cause a range of clinical signs that can be unrelated to the actual tumour itself 3 Q What is the first step involved in neoplasia diagnosis based on mass identification? A Taking a thorough patient history 4 Q Which six questions should be asked when taking a thorough history? A Has there been any recent trauma or injury? When was the mass first noticed? What is the rate of growth of the mass? Has the patient had any previous masses? What is the age, sex and breed of the patient? Is the mass hot or painful? 5 Q Why should you ask if the mass is hot or painful when taking a thorough history? A A hot or painful mass could indicate an infectious aetiology rather than neoplasia 6 Q Which two techniques can be used to investigate a mass for neoplasia? A Biopsy Fine needle aspirate (FNA) 7 Q What information can be obtained from a biopsy? A Cell type present How the tumour interacts with surrounding tissue Allows for tumour grading