Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) — Question 51

A patient is admitted for a diagnostic workup for cachexia. The final diagnosis is malignant neoplasm of lung with metastasis.

Answer options

• A. Y
• B. N
• C. U
• D. W

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because a malignant neoplasm of the lung with metastasis indicates a serious condition that can lead to cachexia. The other options do not relate to the diagnosis or its implications, making them incorrect in this context.