Quiz: Getting a Second Opinion

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1. Q1.According to this article, what is a second opinion?

   AA review of your diagnosis and treatment plan by another doctorBA type of cancer treatmentCA legal document about your care wishesDA test that confirms cancer has spread

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2. Q2.According to this article, is there usually time to get a second opinion before starting treatment?

   ANo, treatment must always start the same week as diagnosisBYes — for most cancers you can take some time, but ask your doctor whether your situation needs treatment right awayCOnly if you have surgery firstDOnly if your insurance company requires it

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3. Q3.Which records does the article say you should gather for a second-opinion appointment?

   AOnly your insurance cardBJust a note from your first doctorCYour pathology report, operative report, treatment plan, and a list of your medicinesDNothing — the second doctor will repeat all the tests

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4. Q4.What does the article suggest doing if the second opinion differs from the first?

   AAlways follow the second opinion, since it is newerBGive up on treatment until the doctors agreeCChoose whichever plan sounds easierDAsk both doctors to explain their reasoning, and consider asking them to review your case together

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