Your Role: You are a medical assistant employed by Russell Gordon, MD, a primary
care physician at Fulwood Medical Center,
Your Patient:
Mrs. Connie Bishop, a 55-year-old woman presents with swelling in her
lower abdomen and shortness of breath. She has no gynecologic or
gastroenterologic symptoms. Her previous medical history shows
recurrent dermatitis of her hands since a teenager and an arthroscopy for
a knee injury at age 40.
Physical examination reveals a circular mass 6 inches in diameter in the
left lower quadrant of her abdomen. There is no abnormality in her
respiratory or cardiovascular system.
Scenario:
Explain the examination and treatment procedures to Mrs. Bishop and
facilitate her referral for specialist care.
She expresses concern while you are explaining and ask if the mass is
cancer. Respond to her question.
Document your response in the cell below.
Response:
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