Which of the following imaging studies should be considered if a pulmonary malignancy is suspected?
A. Computed tomography (CT) scan
B. Chest xray with PA, lateral, and lordotic views
C. Ultrasound
D. Positron emission tomography (PET) scan
ANS: A
For pulmonary malignancy, chest films are often nondiagnostic, although they may reveal a nodule, mass, or other abnormality. A CT scan of the chest is typically diagnostic.
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