The opposite direction from distal is ________. A) superficial ...

[stevenposner]

The opposite direction from distal is ________.
 
  A) superficial
  B) deep
  C) superior
  D) proximal

Question 2

In addition to the lumpectomy performed for her breast carcinoma, Joan Bentley also had a/an ________ biopsy done to remove the first site that receives drainage from the primary breast tumor.
 
  A) punch
  B) incisional
  C) sentinel node
  D) stereotactic

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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) Superficial is the opposite of deep.
B) Deep is the opposite of superficial.
C) Superior is the opposite of inferior.
D) Correct

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) A punch biopsy is a technique, not a biopsy of a specific site.
B) An incisional biopsy is a technique, not a biopsy of a specific site.
C) Correct This biopsy removes the sentinel lymph node, the one that is the first to receive cancerous cells spreading from the breast.
D) A stereotactic biopsy is a technique, not a biopsy of a specific site.

[stevenposner]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[cassie_ragen]

Excellent