What type of cancer is contained in the organs of its origin?

a. Localized
b. Metastatic
c. Disseminated
d. Regional


ANS: A
Localized cancer is contained within the organ of its origin, whereas with regional cancer, it is common that the invaded area extends from the periphery of the organ or tissue of origin to include tumor cells in adjacent organs or tissues.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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These surgical instruments are ____.



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B.  probes
C.  dilators
D.  forceps
E.  hemostats

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