Question 1

Which of the following is linked to 30% of cancer deaths?

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A)   heredity/family history
B)   smoking
C)   pollution
D)   ultraviolet radiationE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

What is the most common cancer for men aged 20 to 35?

Accepted Answer

A)   lung cancer
B)   prostate cancer
C)   colon cancer
D)   testicular cancerE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

When does metastasis occur?

Accepted Answer

A)   when a tumor grows and interferes with body functions
B)   when cancerous cells divide rapidly within an organ
C)   when cancer cells break off and invade other body parts
D)   when a nonmalignant cell grows slowlyE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

Which is true of environmental tobacco smoke?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is a harmless substance.
B)   It is a risk factor for lung cancer.
C)   It is only dangerous in people with a family history of cancer.
D)   It is a risk factor for prostate cancer.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

African American men have an increased risk of prostate cancer compared with other populations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A diet that is high in which food may increase risk of prostate cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   cruciferous vegetables
B)   dairy foods
C)   tomatoes
D)   soyE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 7

Pancreatic cancer is usually not detected until it has reached an advanced stage.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which is the best description of cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   a rapid growth of cells within an enclosed membrane
B)   an abnormal and uncontrollable multiplication of cells
C)   an infectious disease that is often fatal
D)   tumors that cause deathE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Where can melanoma occur?

Accepted Answer

A)   only on the face or neck.
B)   only near moles.
C)   only on areas that have been sunburned.
D)   anywhere on the body.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Exposure to ultraviolet radiation is the primary cause of skin cancers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Describe three treatments for cancer.

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1. Surgery: This involves removing the c...

Question 12

Late-onset of menstruation and early-onset of menopause are risk factors for breast cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A diet high in which foods is associated with increased risk of oral cancers?

Accepted Answer

A)   fiber
B)   fat
C)   alcohol
D)   fruits and vegetablesE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 14

Self-exams can be an important part of early cancer detection.Describe the technique for the self-exam appropriate for your sex: women - breast self-exam; men - testicle self-exam.

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For women, a breast self-exam involves v...

Question 15

The Epstein-Barr virus that causes mononucleosis also is link to some stomach cancers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What is the name for cancer of the uterus?

Accepted Answer

A)   prostate
B)   endometrial
C)   estrogen
D)   cervicalE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 17

Choose one of the common cancers and briefly describe the cancer.Outline its risk factors,signs/symptoms,and treatment.List at least three lifestyle strategies for prevention.

Accepted Answer

One common cancer is breast cancer. Brea...

Question 18

Which causes 80% of the cases of liver cancer worldwide?

Accepted Answer

A)   hepatitis B and C viruses
B)   Epstein-Barr virus
C)   human herpesvirus 8
D)   Helicobacter pylori bacteriumE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 19

Tobacco smoke is the chief risk factor for lung cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Pete has an outdoor job and is frequently out in the sun for an entire day.List five strategies that can help Pete avoid skin damage and skin cancer.

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1. Wear protective clothing: Pete should...

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A diet that is high in which food may increase risk of prostate cancer?

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African American men have an increased risk of prostate cancer compared with other populations.

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What is the most common cancer for men aged 20 to 35?

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Exposure to ultraviolet radiation is the primary cause of skin cancers.

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Describe three treatments for cancer.

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Which of the following is linked to 30% of cancer deaths?

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Where can melanoma occur?

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A diet high in which foods is associated with increased risk of oral cancers?

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Which causes 80% of the cases of liver cancer worldwide?

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Late-onset of menstruation and early-onset of menopause are risk factors for breast cancer.

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When does metastasis occur?

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Which is the best description of cancer?

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Pancreatic cancer is usually not detected until it has reached an advanced stage.

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Self-exams can be an important part of early cancer detection.Describe the technique for the self-exam appropriate for your sex: women - breast self-exam; men - testicle self-exam.

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Which is true of environmental tobacco smoke?

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Choose one of the common cancers and briefly describe the cancer.Outline its risk factors,signs/symptoms,and treatment.List at least three lifestyle strategies for prevention.

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