Question 1

The spread of cancer cells to parts of the body distant from the site of the original tumor is called metastasis.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

To what substance or activity is oral cancer traced?

Accepted Answer

A)   nitrates and sulfates
B)   excess use of alcohol
C)   chewing gum
D)   chewing celery sticks instead of smokingE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Diet can be a key risk factor for cancer.Describe three general dietary strategies for cancer prevention,and then list eight foods that would be good anti-cancer dietary choices.

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Three general dietary strategies for can...

Question 4

Nitrates in food can inhibit cancer cell development.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which is a source of radiation?

Accepted Answer

A)   radioisotopes
B)   heterocyclic amines
C)   ultrasound tests
D)   television screensE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 6

About 15% of cancer deaths are related to general environmental pollution.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which potentially dangerous additive exists in processed meats?

Accepted Answer

A)   sulforaphane
B)   nitrates
C)   sodium chloride
D)   glucoseE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

Discuss the test/procedures for the following cancers: breast,colorectal,prostate,cervix,and endometrial.

Accepted Answer

Breast Cancer:
- Mammogram: A screening ...

Question 9

Unprotected sex is a risk factor for cervical cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The Pap test is used to help detect which type of cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   cervical
B)   ovarian
C)   breast
D)   endometrialE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Folic acid and calcium may provide protection against the development of cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which food is recommended for cancer risk reduction?

Accepted Answer

A)   pork
B)   yellow or orange fruits and vegetables
C)   potatoes and yams
D)   onions and celeryE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 13

What is the primary difference between a benign tumor and a malignant tumor?

Accepted Answer

A)   Malignant tumors can spread to other sites in the body.
B)   Benign tumors do not have symptoms.
C)   Malignant tumors are more difficult to detect.
D)   Benign tumors are made up of different types of cells than the surrounding tissue.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Every case of cancer begins with a change in a cell that allows it to grow and divide when it should not.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What is the name for substances that cause cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   mutagens
B)   oncogenes
C)   initiators
D)   carcinogensE) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Which infection puts women at risk for cervical cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   pneumonia
B)   hepatitis
C)   human papillomavirus (HPV) 
D)   streptococcusE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 17

Jose has a family history of colon cancer.What should he do to lower his personal risk of the disease?

Accepted Answer

A)   decrease his intake of fruits and vegetables
B)   stop exercising regularly
C)   increase his intake of red meat
D)   take a small, regular dose of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugsE) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 18

Which is a risk factor for cervical cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)   high-fat diet
B)   aging
C)   smoking
D)   early onset of menstruationE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 19

Physical activity is known to reduce the inflammatory response and to boost immune function.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

What is the most common cause of cancer death in the United States?

Accepted Answer

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

Exam 12: Cancer

Every case of cancer begins with a change in a cell that allows it to grow and divide when it should not.

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Which potentially dangerous additive exists in processed meats?

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To what substance or activity is oral cancer traced?

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Unprotected sex is a risk factor for cervical cancer.

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What is the most common cause of cancer death in the United States?

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Jose has a family history of colon cancer.What should he do to lower his personal risk of the disease?

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Nitrates in food can inhibit cancer cell development.

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Which is a source of radiation?

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The Pap test is used to help detect which type of cancer?

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Diet can be a key risk factor for cancer.Describe three general dietary strategies for cancer prevention,and then list eight foods that would be good anti-cancer dietary choices.

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The spread of cancer cells to parts of the body distant from the site of the original tumor is called metastasis.

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Physical activity is known to reduce the inflammatory response and to boost immune function.

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What is the primary difference between a benign tumor and a malignant tumor?

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Discuss the test/procedures for the following cancers: breast,colorectal,prostate,cervix,and endometrial.

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What is the name for substances that cause cancer?

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About 15% of cancer deaths are related to general environmental pollution.

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Which infection puts women at risk for cervical cancer?

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Which food is recommended for cancer risk reduction?

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Folic acid and calcium may provide protection against the development of cancer.

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Which is a risk factor for cervical cancer?

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