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Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of cancer?
Which of the following is NOT a warning sign of cancer?
- A sore that does not heal
- Frequent headaches (correct)
- Thickening or lump in the breast
- Change in bowel habits
What type of imaging method is used in both X-rays and CT scans?
What type of imaging method is used in both X-rays and CT scans?
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Ionizing radiation (correct)
- Ultrasound
- Positron emission tomography (PET)
Which condition is NOT commonly diagnosed using X-rays?
Which condition is NOT commonly diagnosed using X-rays?
- Breast cancer
- Osteoporosis
- Vascular disease (correct)
- Bone fractures
What is the primary purpose of a CT scan?
What is the primary purpose of a CT scan?
Which symptom is associated with sudden unexplained weight loss?
Which symptom is associated with sudden unexplained weight loss?
What is a usage of CT scans besides diagnosis?
What is a usage of CT scans besides diagnosis?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of X-rays?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of X-rays?
Indigestion or difficulty swallowing may indicate which of the following?
Indigestion or difficulty swallowing may indicate which of the following?
What characterizes malignant neoplasms compared to benign neoplasms?
What characterizes malignant neoplasms compared to benign neoplasms?
Which of the following is NOT a method of early detection of cancer?
Which of the following is NOT a method of early detection of cancer?
What is the primary aim of the host modification approach to cancer prevention?
What is the primary aim of the host modification approach to cancer prevention?
In which class of the Papanicolaou Test would a normal result be classified?
In which class of the Papanicolaou Test would a normal result be classified?
What differentiates sarcomas from carcinomas in terms of tissue origin?
What differentiates sarcomas from carcinomas in terms of tissue origin?
Which characteristic is common to both benign and malignant neoplasms?
Which characteristic is common to both benign and malignant neoplasms?
What type of cancer originates in the bone marrow?
What type of cancer originates in the bone marrow?
Which type of biopsy involves the removal of tissue for histologic examination?
Which type of biopsy involves the removal of tissue for histologic examination?
What is the prognosis for malignant neoplasms compared to benign neoplasms?
What is the prognosis for malignant neoplasms compared to benign neoplasms?
What regulatory measure is aimed to reduce cancer risk among minors?
What regulatory measure is aimed to reduce cancer risk among minors?
What is a common side effect associated with Cyclophosphamide?
What is a common side effect associated with Cyclophosphamide?
Which medication is classified as a selective estrogen receptor modulator?
Which medication is classified as a selective estrogen receptor modulator?
What is the primary mechanism of aromatase inhibitors in cancer treatment?
What is the primary mechanism of aromatase inhibitors in cancer treatment?
Which of the following chemotherapy medications is known to cause hepatotoxicity?
Which of the following chemotherapy medications is known to cause hepatotoxicity?
Which side effect is associated with Paclitaxel?
Which side effect is associated with Paclitaxel?
Which treatment option is generally not applicable for small cell lung cancer (SCLC)?
Which treatment option is generally not applicable for small cell lung cancer (SCLC)?
What is the most common primary liver cancer in adults?
What is the most common primary liver cancer in adults?
What is a major risk factor for hepatocellular carcinoma?
What is a major risk factor for hepatocellular carcinoma?
Which diagnostic tool is used to assess tumor growth and spread in liver cancer?
Which diagnostic tool is used to assess tumor growth and spread in liver cancer?
What is a common clinical manifestation of liver cancer?
What is a common clinical manifestation of liver cancer?
What is the purpose of Dexamethasone in cancer management?
What is the purpose of Dexamethasone in cancer management?
What is the primary purpose of palliative surgery?
What is the primary purpose of palliative surgery?
What should be monitored for in patients undergoing radiation therapy?
What should be monitored for in patients undergoing radiation therapy?
Which of the following medications is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor?
Which of the following medications is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor?
Which statement regarding radiation therapy is true?
Which statement regarding radiation therapy is true?
What condition can cause changes in bowel habits or blood in the stool?
What condition can cause changes in bowel habits or blood in the stool?
Which of the following is a safety measure for clients undergoing teletherapy?
Which of the following is a safety measure for clients undergoing teletherapy?
What is the main concern regarding sun exposure for patients receiving radiation therapy?
What is the main concern regarding sun exposure for patients receiving radiation therapy?
Which method of radiation therapy involves implanted sources within tissue?
Which method of radiation therapy involves implanted sources within tissue?
What should clients avoid doing to the treatment site after receiving radiation therapy?
What should clients avoid doing to the treatment site after receiving radiation therapy?
Why is it advised not to allow pregnant women near radiation therapy?
Why is it advised not to allow pregnant women near radiation therapy?
What is an important practice clients undergoing brachytherapy should follow?
What is an important practice clients undergoing brachytherapy should follow?
What is an early symptom of spinal cord compression?
What is an early symptom of spinal cord compression?
What is a sign of severe compression at the T3 level?
What is a sign of severe compression at the T3 level?
Which treatment is commonly administered to reduce spinal cord edema?
Which treatment is commonly administered to reduce spinal cord edema?
What may occur due to loss of clotting factors in spinal cord compression?
What may occur due to loss of clotting factors in spinal cord compression?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of spinal cord compression?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of spinal cord compression?
What is the primary goal of treating spinal cord compression?
What is the primary goal of treating spinal cord compression?
Which mnemonic relates to coagulation factors mentioned in the content?
Which mnemonic relates to coagulation factors mentioned in the content?
What intervention should be prioritized for identifying spinal cord compression?
What intervention should be prioritized for identifying spinal cord compression?
Which therapy decreases stimulation of coagulation in superior vena cava syndrome?
Which therapy decreases stimulation of coagulation in superior vena cava syndrome?
What could happen if spinal cord compression is not detected early?
What could happen if spinal cord compression is not detected early?
