27. The branch of medicine concerned with the study of malignant growths is:

12. Where are the cervical lymph nodes located?

30. Inflammation of the inner lining of the heart, usually caused by bacteria, is called:

33. Which procedure involves insertion of a device to hold open a vessel and is usually performed after vascular surgery?

34. Which medical condition involves collection of air in the pleural cavity, causing the lung to collapse?

8. What virus causes suppression of the immune system and leads to AIDS?

You are caring for a patient who was recently diagnosed with high cholesterol. In addition to a statin medication, the nurse understands which additional medication may be prescribed to reduce the risk of a stroke for this patient? 

1. Which of the following terms denotes normal breathing?

25. What is the primary function of platelets?

16. A lobectomy is a procedure to remove a portion of the: