Mr Slicer Has Been Diagnosed with Cancer of the Lung

question 23

Multiple Choice

Mr. Slicer has been diagnosed with cancer of the lung and is scheduled for resection of the tumor. The explanation of the procedure given to Mr. Slicer is that the physician plans to

• A)remove a small sample of tissue for tests.
• B)remove the affected area of the lung.
• C)make a small, round opening in the lung.
• D)graft normal tissue over the cancerous lesion.
• E)insert a drainage tube in the thorax.

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