Oncology Overview
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What was cancer's global ranking as a cause of death in 2015 according to the WHO?

  • Fourth
  • First
  • Third
  • Second (correct)
  • What does the term 'oncology' originate from?

  • Latin word for 'cure'
  • French word for 'tumor'
  • Arabic word for 'sickness'
  • Greek word for 'mass' (correct)
  • How has oncology nursing responded to the challenge of high technologic care?

  • By developing a sophisticated care approach (correct)
  • By decreasing reliance on technology
  • By adopting a simple approach to care
  • By focusing solely on palliative care
  • What is the main role of an oncologist?

    <p>Specializing in the study of tumors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is an in-depth knowledge base necessary for providing care to cancer patients?

    <p>To meet the complex care requirements of cancer patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way have new developments in science and technology impacted oncology nursing?

    <p>Created exciting options for prevention, detection, and treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of cancer is characterized by cells that are still localized and confined to the tissue from which they originated?

    <p>In-situ cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between hyperplasia and dysplasia in cancer staging?

    <p>Cell shape under the microscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the TNM staging system in cancer refer to?

    <p>Cancer staging based on tumor size, spread, and metastasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cancer stage involves cells dividing too rapidly but still appearing clinically normal?

    <p>Hyperplasia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cancer staging, what happens when a tumor invades the surrounding tissue and has the potential to travel through the lymphatic system or blood?

    <p>Invasive cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of a patient's history is important in determining cancer staging?

    <p>Family history of cancers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical agent is specifically mentioned to be related to cancers of lung, mouth, throat, neck, and other organs?

    <p>Tobacco smoke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following organs is mentioned to be most affected by chemical substances due to their involvement in biotransformation and excretion?

    <p>Liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which environmental factor is highlighted as causing a cumulative process of damage?

    <p>Sunlight exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which virus is mentioned in connection with Kaposi's sarcoma, a cancerous condition associated with HIV?

    <p>Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT associated with defective genes causing cancer?

    <p>Gastric cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor appears to be potentially harmful for people living near nuclear power plants based on the text?

    <p>Radiation from power lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary roles of a professional nurse in relation to oncology patients?

    <p>Administer chemotherapy and other treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to excessive growth of tissue?

    <p>Plasm-trophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do cancer cells differ from normal cells in terms of growth?

    <p>Normal cells remain immature and undifferentiated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tumor originates from connective, muscle, or bone tissues?

    <p>Sarc/oma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinct feature of cancer cells compared to normal cells in terms of nucleus?

    <p>Cancer cells have irregular shape and single nucleolus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the process where cancer cells can spread to different locations in the body?

    <p>Metastasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a tumor as benign?

    <p>They can usually be removed and do not spread to other parts of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are neoplasms different from tumors?

    <p>Neoplasms have no physiological purpose and grow independently of surrounding structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In oncology, what do doctors specializing in chemotherapy treatments focus on?

    <p>Administering drugs to treat cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do malignant tumors differ from benign tumors?

    <p>Cells from malignant tumors can spread to other parts of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of a neoplasm?

    <p>Uncontrolled cell division leading to abnormal mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes cancer?

    <p>Manifestations of cancer depend on the affected body system and type of tumor cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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