Question 1

What is the use of drugs to destroy rapidly growing cancer cells called?

Accepted Answer

A)   radiation
B)   surgery
C)   chemotherapy
D)   transplantingE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Melissa uses a sunscreen with an SPF rating of 20.This does this mean?

Accepted Answer

A)   She can stay in the sun for 20 minutes without getting tanned or burned.
B)   She can stay in the sun 20 times longer without getting burned than if she didn't use it.
C)   She is protected against the full range of ultraviolet radiation.
D)   Her sunscreen contains 20 different ingredients to block ultraviolet radiation.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Cancer is the leading cause of death in the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which risk factor is associated with prostate cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   an active lifestyle
B)   a diet rich in vegetable fiber
C)   a diet low in calories
D)   a history of sexually transmitted diseasesE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 5

Which statement about ultraviolet radiation is true?

Accepted Answer

A)   It's best to avoid outdoor activity in the late afternoon, because the sun's rays are most intense after 3 P.M.
B)   Swimming is a good choice of outdoor activity, because ultraviolet rays cannot penetrate water.
C)   Sand reflects ultraviolet radiation, so beach-goers need to wear sunscreen even if they sit under a beach umbrella.
D)   Sunscreen is not needed at high elevations because the atmosphere at high altitude filters out most ultraviolet radiation.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 6

Use of tanning lamps is not linked to skin cancer,because tanning lamps emit a safe form of UV radiation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Estrogen is an example of a cancer promoter,because it stimulates cellular growth in the female reproductive organs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

How can prostate cancer be detected?

Accepted Answer

A)   palpitative examination
B)   radiation.
C)   ultrasound
D)   HDL testE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 9

Which is an example of a cancer promoter?

Accepted Answer

A)   STDs
B)   estrogen
C)   smoking
D)   asbestosE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

The primary risk factors for oral cancer are tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which is a risk factor for breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   lack of alcohol use
B)   early motherhood
C)   obesity
D)   late onset of menstruationE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 12

Which group is at an increased risk for developing skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   people with naturally dark skin
B)   people who use tanning lamps
C)   people with no family history of skin cancer.
D)   people with bleached blond hair.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 13

Which statement regarding testicle self-examination is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is best performed before a shower or bath.
B)   It should be done bi-monthly.
C)   It is recommended only for men who are sexually active.
D)   It should be performed using a gentle rolling motion.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Which statement about the prostate gland is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)   The prostate gland is located at the base of the bladder.
B)   The prostate gland is enclosed in the scrotum.
C)   When shrunken, the prostate gland can block the flow of urine.
D)   The prostate gland does not produce seminal fluid.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Describe the ABCD test for melanoma.

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

The American Cancer Society recommends routine use of mammography to detect breast cancer for women over what age?

Accepted Answer

A)   20 years
B)   30 years
C)   40 years
D)   50 yearsE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 17

What is a common test useful in early detection of colon cancers?

Accepted Answer

A)   stool blood test
B)   serum lipid panel
C)   surgery
D)   biopsyE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 18

What do obesity and alcohol use have in common that increases breast cancer risk?

Accepted Answer

A)   They increase glucose levels in the blood.
B)   They increase estrogen levels in the blood.
C)   They raise LDL cholesterol.
D)   They lower triglyceride levels.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

A diet high in which foods is linked to high rates of colon and prostate cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   fat and meat
B)   fiber
C)   carotenoids
D)   nitrosaminesE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 20

The majority of women with breast cancer have a family history of the disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 12: Cancer

What is a common test useful in early detection of colon cancers?

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The majority of women with breast cancer have a family history of the disease.

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Which statement regarding testicle self-examination is TRUE?

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The primary risk factors for oral cancer are tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption.

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Which statement about ultraviolet radiation is true?

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Which group is at an increased risk for developing skin cancer?

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Which is a risk factor for breast cancer?

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What is the use of drugs to destroy rapidly growing cancer cells called?

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Cancer is the leading cause of death in the United States.

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What do obesity and alcohol use have in common that increases breast cancer risk?

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Which risk factor is associated with prostate cancer?

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The American Cancer Society recommends routine use of mammography to detect breast cancer for women over what age?

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A diet high in which foods is linked to high rates of colon and prostate cancer?

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Melissa uses a sunscreen with an SPF rating of 20.This does this mean?

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Which is an example of a cancer promoter?

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Which statement about the prostate gland is TRUE?

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Estrogen is an example of a cancer promoter,because it stimulates cellular growth in the female reproductive organs.

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Describe the ABCD test for melanoma.

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Use of tanning lamps is not linked to skin cancer,because tanning lamps emit a safe form of UV radiation.

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