Squamous cell carcinoma of the lung is best described as a tumor that:
A)causes airway obstruction and ectopic hormone production.
B)produces a productive cough and airway obstruction in addition to pneumonia and atelectasis.
C)causes pleural effusion and shortness of breath.
D)produces chest wall pain, pleural effusion, productive cough, and hemoptysis.

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Because of the location in the central bronchi, obstructive manifestations of squamous cell carcinomas are nonspecific and include nonproductive cough or hemoptysis. Pneumonia and atelectasis are often associated with squamous cell carcinoma.

Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Lung Is Best Described as a Tumor