A 74-Year-Old Patient Preparing to Undergo a Colon Resection for Cancer

question 24

Multiple Choice

A 74-year-old patient preparing to undergo a colon resection for cancer of the colon asks about the elevated carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) test result.The nurse explains that the test is used to

• A) identify any metastasis of the cancer.
• B) monitor the tumor status after surgery.
• C) confirm the diagnosis of a specific type of cancer.
• D) determine the need for postoperative chemotherapy.

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Definitions:

Carrying Costs

Expenses associated with holding inventory, including storage, insurance, and spoilage costs.

Shortage Costs

Costs incurred by a business when the demand for its products exceeds its supply, often leading to lost sales and customer dissatisfaction.

Short-term Financial Policy

Guidelines or strategies focused on managing a company's current assets and liabilities to ensure short-term operational needs are met.

Carrying Costs

Expenses associated with holding inventory, including storage, insurance, and opportunity cost of tied-up capital.