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Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781305634350

Author:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

Publisher:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

ChapterCom: Comprehensive Medical Terminology Review

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A 62-year-old man who has had a worsening cough for several months now complains of dyspnea. He also has fatigue and has experienced a 15-lb weight loss. A chest radiograph shows hilar lymphadenopathy and a right lung mass.

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What other studies might be helpful in arriving at a definitive diagnosis?

What are the risk factors for tumors of the lung?

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The physician should prescribe the diagnostic test to the patient inorder to know the actual or definitive diagnosis of the patient. The understanding of the definitive diagnosis of the patient condition helps to detect the condition as soon as possible. It helps to prevent the further complications and consequences by providing the adequate treatment to the patient.