Oncology and Cancer History Quiz
29 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is a common symptom of cancer according to the text?

  • Reduced appetite
  • Persistent cough or trouble breathing (correct)
  • Increased energy levels
  • Improved skin tone

What is the primary cause of cancer according to the text?

  • Environmental toxins
  • Genetic mutations (correct)
  • Poor diet
  • Viral infections

What is a risk factor for cancer mentioned in the text?

  • Age (correct)
  • Obesity
  • Smoking
  • Stress

Which of these is NOT a common symptom of cancer?

<p>Improved bowel habits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom of cancer mentioned in the text?

<p>Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely reason why cancer is more common in older adults according to the text?

<p>Cancer takes time to develop (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of pain in people with cancer?

<p>Cancer itself (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of fatigue in people undergoing cancer treatment?

<p>Chemotherapy or radiation therapy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of difficulty breathing in people with cancer?

<p>Cancer itself (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way to prevent or decrease nausea caused by cancer treatments?

<p>Medications and other treatments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of weight loss in people with cancer?

<p>Cancer stealing nutrients from normal cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most effective way to manage weight loss in people with cancer?

<p>There is no effective way to manage weight loss in cancer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the components of oncology mentioned in the text?

<p>Genetic testing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of cancer according to the text?

<p>Uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about cancer is NOT true according to the text?

<p>There is only one kind of cancer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used in the text to describe the spread of cancer to other parts of the body?

<p>Metastasis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has contributed to improving survival rates for some cancers?

<p>Improvements in cancer screening, treatment and prevention (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term is used in the text to describe the treatment of cancer with drugs?

<p>Medical oncology (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of oncology?

<p>Investigating, diagnosing, and treating people with cancer or suspected cancer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the first known description of cancer found?

<p>In the Edwin Smith Papyrus, dating back to around 3000 BC (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of cancer was described in the ancient Egyptian manuscripts?

<p>Breast cancer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a learning objective mentioned in the text?

<p>Prognosis of cancer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the ancient Egyptians consider the condition described in the Edwin Smith Papyrus?

<p>Incurable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a known risk factor for cancer?

<p>Eating a balanced diet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of cancers are due to an inherited genetic condition, according to the text?

<p>A small portion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily alcohol intake for men, according to the text?

<p>Two drinks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What chronic health condition is mentioned in the text as increasing the risk of certain cancers?

<p>Ulcerative colitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for cancer mentioned in the text?

<p>Lack of exercise (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum recommended daily alcohol intake for women?

<p>One drink (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

More Like This

Understanding Oncology and Cancer
5 questions
Tumor Markers Quiz
4 questions

Tumor Markers Quiz

ChampionSakura avatar
ChampionSakura
Chemotherapy Treatment Options and History
5 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser