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Renal Cancers ( 35 Questions)
A nurse is explaining the purpose of a biopsy to a client suspected of having renal cancer. What is the primary goal of a renal biopsy?
Incorrect. The primary goal of a renal biopsy is to obtain a tissue sample for microscopic examination, not to remove the entire tumor.
Correct. A renal biopsy is performed to obtain a tissue sample from the kidney, which is then examined under a microscope to confirm the presence of cancer and provide further information about the type and grade of the tumor.
Incorrect. Assessing blood flow within the kidney is not the primary purpose of a renal biopsy. Other tests may be used for that purpose.
Incorrect. Evaluating kidney function is not the primary goal of a renal biopsy. There are other tests and assessments specifically designed for evaluating kidney function.
A) Incorrect. The primary goal of a renal biopsy is to obtain a tissue sample for microscopic examination, not to remove the entire tumor.
B) Correct. A renal biopsy is performed to obtain a tissue sample from the kidney, which is then examined under a microscope to confirm the presence of cancer and provide further information about the type and grade of the tumor.
C) Incorrect. Assessing blood flow within the kidney is not the primary purpose of a renal biopsy. Other tests may be used for that purpose.
D) Incorrect. Evaluating kidney function is not the primary goal of a renal biopsy. There are other tests and assessments specifically designed for evaluating kidney function.