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What is the goal of cancer screening?
What is the goal of cancer screening?
- To detect metastasized cancer
- To catch dysplasia before it becomes carcinoma or carcinoma before clinical symptoms arise (correct)
- To identify benign tumors
- To monitor the growth of malignant tumors
Which common screening method is used to detect cervical dysplasia?
Which common screening method is used to detect cervical dysplasia?
- Prostate specific antigen (PSA) and digital rectal exam
- Hemoccult test and colonoscopy
- Mammography
- Pap smear (correct)
What is the second leading cause of death in both adults and children?
What is the second leading cause of death in both adults and children?
- Cerebrovascular disease
- Accidents
- Cancer (correct)
- Cardiovascular disease
Which type of tumor does not metastasize?
Which type of tumor does not metastasize?
What is the most common cause of cancer mortality in adults?
What is the most common cause of cancer mortality in adults?