Renal Cancers
Renal Cancers ( 35 Questions)
A client asks the nurse about the diagnostic tests for renal cancer. How should the nurse respond?
Incorrect. While a CT scan is an important imaging test for diagnosing renal cancer, it is not the only test needed. Other imaging modalities and a biopsy may also be required.
Correct. The diagnosis of renal cancer typically involves a combination of imaging tests like CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds, along with a biopsy for confirmation.
Incorrect. Blood tests alone cannot definitively diagnose renal cancer. They can provide supportive information, but imaging tests and biopsy are usually required for a conclusive diagnosis.
Incorrect. While a physical examination and medical history are important components of the diagnostic process, they alone are not sufficient for diagnosing renal cancer. Imaging tests and biopsy are typically needed.
A) Incorrect. While a CT scan is an important imaging test for diagnosing renal cancer, it is not the only test needed. Other imaging modalities and a biopsy may also be required.
B) Correct. The diagnosis of renal cancer typically involves a combination of imaging tests like CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds, along with a biopsy for confirmation.
C) Incorrect. Blood tests alone cannot definitively diagnose renal cancer. They can provide supportive information, but imaging tests and biopsy are usually required for a conclusive diagnosis.
D) Incorrect. While a physical examination and medical history are important components of the diagnostic process, they alone are not sufficient for diagnosing renal cancer. Imaging tests and biopsy are typically needed.