Module 2: Cancer Diagnosis and Staging

About this activity

In this second module you will gain a better comprehension of how to understand diagnostic tests; the cancer staging and grading systems; the role of rapid diagnostic services within cancer pathways; the acute signs and symptoms of a cancer-related emergency; and the role of the multidisciplinary team in cancer treatment decision making. Objectives After this module learners will be able to: 1. You will be able to understand the diagnostic tests used within cancer pathways 2. You will be able to interpret cancer grading systems 3. You will be able to explain the role of the multidisciplinary team in cancer treatment decision making 4. You will be able to explain the role of rapid diagnostic services within cancer pathways 5. You will be able to understand acute signs and symptoms of a cancer related emergency