Principles of Cancer Treatment

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What is the primary purpose of diagnosis and staging in cancer treatment?

  • To determine the cost of treatment
  • To identify the underlying causes of cancer
  • To educate the patient about cancer
  • To develop a treatment plan (correct)

What is included in the patient's medical history during cancer diagnosis?

  • The patient's diet, occupation, and recent travel (correct)
  • Only the patient's current symptoms
  • The patient's family medical history only
  • The patient's mental health status only

What is the goal of curative surgical options?

  • To remove cancer completely (correct)
  • To manage symptoms
  • To relieve pain
  • To provide supportive care

What is the purpose of a physical examination during cancer diagnosis?

<p>To assess the patient's overall health (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of therapy aims to kill cancer cells using freezing?

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

What is the significance of informed consent in cancer treatment?

<p>It allows the patient to make informed decisions about their treatment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of metastasectomy?

<p>To remove cancer that has spread to other parts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of investigations in cancer diagnosis?

<p>To support the diagnosis and staging of cancer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of integrative care?

<p>To support the patient's overall wellbeing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of treatment planning in cancer care?

<p>To develop a treatment plan that is specific to the patient's needs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of radiation therapy involves internal radiation?

<p>Internal or Brachytherapy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of treatment planning?

<p>To prepare the patient for treatment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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