Cancer

Question 1

Describe five possible treatments for cancer.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Radiation involves irradiating cancer cells. Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells or interfere with their reproduction. Surgery removes tumors and sometimes the surrounding tissue. Immunotherapy uses vaccines and medicines to boost the immune system to attack cancer cells. Hormone therapy blocks production of hormones and treats cancer cells so they do not respond to hormones, possibly by removing hormone-producing glands.

Question 2

What are possible risk factors that increase an individual's chance of developing cancer?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Tobacco, sunlight, ionizing radiation, some chemicals, some viruses and bacteria, some hormones, genetic predisposition, poor diet, and lack of exercise are all possible risk factors for cancer.

Question 3

Cancer-causing agents are called __________. A. carcinoids B. tumors C. sarcomas D. carcinogens Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D

Question 4

The spread of cancer from its point of origin is called __________. A. carcinogen B. metastasis C. responsiveness D. reoccurrence Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B

Question 5

Discuss the two main causes of skin cancer.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Answers will vary but should relate to exposure to solar radiation and artificial sources. The greater the intensity and time of exposure, the greater the chances of developing skin cancer. Melanoma risks are greater from high-intensity exposure when you are young. Squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma risks are greater with cumulative lifetime exposure.

Question 6

Describe what type of diet one might follow while attempting to decrease the risk of developing colon cancer.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Answers will vary, but should indicate a low-fat, high-fiber diet.

Question 7

Early detection of cancer __________. A. reduces the likelihood of living B. increases the chance for a cure C. reduces the amount of time in the hospital D. increases the likelihood of metastasis Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B

Question 8

Which statement BEST defines the term cancer? A. Cancers occur when normal cells grow rapidly. B. Cancers are normal growths that occur in all tissues. C. Cancers are tissues that grow in abnormal places. D. Cancers occur when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D

Question 9

Which of the following is known to increase an individual's chances of developing certain cancers? A. eating too much fish B. drinking too much coffee C. consuming alcohol D. eating a low fat diet Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C

Question 10

Explain how you can decrease the risk of developing smoking-related cancers.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Decrease the amount of smoke to which you are exposed over time.

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