After cytologic examination a patient is diagnosed with a tumor that is staged as TIS, N1a, M0. What does this staging classification indicate to the nurse about the patient's tumor? Select all that apply.
A. N1a means one lymph node is involved.
B. M0 means that it has metastasized.
C. N1a means that no lymph nodes are involved.
D. M0 means that it has not metastasized.
E. TIS means the tumor is in situ.
Answer: E
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