NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PATHOLOGY AND GENETICS
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A 48-year-old woman comes to the doctor due to a 3 cm lump in her right breast. On examination, 2 masses of 2 cm each are found under the left armpit. A chest x-ray indicates several nodules located on both lungs measuring between 2-5.0 cm. What is the degree that best describes the stage of the disease in this woman?
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It means 0m1
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It means 1 m 0
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T4N1M0
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T4N1M1
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Primary breast tumors vary in shape and size. The smallest lesion that can be felt by hand is typically 1.5 to 2 centimeters (about 1/2 to 3/4 inch) in diameter. Sometimes tumors that are 5 centimeters (about 2 inches)-or even larger-can be found in the breast.
Detailed explanation-2: -Stage 1A means that the cancer is 2 centimetres (cm) or smaller and has not spread outside the breast.
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