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RHIA Exam - Question 109


Given the following diagnosis: "Carcinoma of axillary lymph nodes and lungs, metastatic from breast." What is the primary cancer site(s)?

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Correct Answer: C

The primary cancer site is the breast. The diagnosis states 'Carcinoma of axillary lymph nodes and lungs, metastatic from breast,' which indicates that the cancer originated in the breast and then spread to the axillary lymph nodes and lungs. Therefore, the breast is the primary site.

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paradisalOption: C
Nov 26, 2020

Breast...

nanaOption: C
Feb 17, 2022

Breast

AtienoOption: A
Sep 24, 2023

A - Carcinoma of axillary lymph nodes and lungs