Tumors and Cancer Overview

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 malignant tumor?

A malignant tumor is cancerous, meaning it grows uncontrollably and can spread to other parts of the body.

What is a benign tumor?

A benign tumor is non-cancerous and does not spread to other parts of the body.

What are the types of cancers?

  • Melanoma (correct)
  • Lymphoma (correct)
  • Leukemia (correct)
  • Sarcoma (correct)
  • Carcinoma (correct)

What is the uncontrollable growth of abnormal cells called?

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

Does having tumor cells in your body mean you will develop cancer?

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some cognitive responses to cancer?

<p>Helplessness (A), Depression (B), Fatalism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What psychological approaches can help with cancer symptoms?

<p>Relaxation techniques like meditation (A), Social support (B), Body image therapy (e.g., after a mastectomy) (C), Positive thinking (e.g., envisioning recovery) (D), Pain management (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to manage depression related to cancer?

<p>Envisioning future positive events, such as family milestones</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some health behaviors to prevent illnesses?

<p>Adequate sleep (A), Regular exercise (B), Healthy diet (C), Safe driving habits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two illnesses that can be prevented with a healthy lifestyle?

<p>Diabetes (A), Heart disease (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the behavior change wheel?

<p>A framework for designing health interventions that focus on patient-centered practices like communication, involving the patient in their treatment, and seeking their opinion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is doctor variability?

<p>The differences in diagnosis and treatment plans when a patient consults different doctors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can affect possible treatments provided by health professionals?

<p>The cause of the problem (A), The seriousness of the problem (B), The treatability of the problem (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do patients want from health professionals?

<p>Competence (A), Communication (B), Kindness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two factors that influence the patient-doctor relationship?

<p>Expertise (A), Gender (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Does social class affect the patient-doctor relationship?

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

What is an important aspect of communicating with patients?

<p>Ensuring clear and structured communication and paying attention to both verbal and non-verbal cues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some non-verbal cues patients notice from doctors?

<p>Displaying frustration or impatience (A), Appearing hurried (B), Acting dismissive of patient questions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is medical jargon?

<p>The technical terms used by doctors, which may not always be understood by patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is adherence?

<p>Adherence refers to following the doctor's prescribed treatment plan, including taking medications and attending therapy sessions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can psychological factors interfere with treatment adherence?

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

What is depersonalization in the medical field?

<p>Treating patients like numbers instead of individuals. While it may protect the doctor emotionally, it hinders effective treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can result from a lack of communication between doctors and patients?

<p>Anxiety (A), Depression in patients (B), Confusion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key to a successful doctor-patient relationship?

<p>Open communication where patients feel comfortable sharing their concerns, and doctors actively listen and respond empathetically.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the health system need improvement?

<p>To ensure better communication, patient-centered care, and psychological training for doctors to enhance treatment outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way doctors can improve communication?

<p>Responding to patient inquiries within 24 hours or providing alternate points of contact when unavailable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Malignant tumor

A cancerous tumor that grows uncontrollably and can spread.

Benign tumor

A non-cancerous tumor that does not spread.

Carcinoma

Cancer of the skin or tissues lining organs.

Sarcoma

Cancer of connective tissues like bones and muscles.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Melanoma

Skin cancer.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Lymphoma

Cancer of the lymphatic system.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Leukemia

Cancer of blood-forming tissues.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Cancer

Uncontrollable growth of abnormal cells.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Cognitive responses to cancer

Psychological reactions like fatalism, helplessness, and depression.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Psychological approaches

Techniques to manage cancer symptoms, including envisioning recovery and relaxation.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Managing cancer-related depression

Envisioning positive future events can help manage depression.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Health behaviors (prevention)

Lifestyle habits promoting health, like exercise, diet, sleep and safe driving.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Preventable illnesses

Heart disease and diabetes are linked to lifestyle choices.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Behavior change wheel

A framework for health interventions focusing on patient involvement.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Doctor variability

Differences in diagnoses and treatments from different doctors.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Patient desires

Patients value competence, communication, and kindness in health professionals.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Patient-doctor relationship factors

Gender and expertise can influence the doctor-patient relationship.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Communication in healthcare

Clear and structured communication, understanding verbal and nonverbal cues.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Nonverbal cues

Doctors' nonverbal cues (hurried, dismissive) impact patients.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Medical Jargon

Technical medical terms that may not be understood by patients

Signup and view all the flashcards

Adherence

Following the doctor's treatment plan (medications, therapy)

Signup and view all the flashcards

Non-adherence

Not following the treatment plan.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Depersonalization

Treating patients as numbers instead of people.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Health system improvement

Need for better communication, patient-focused care, and psychological support for doctors.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Study Notes

Tumors and Cancer

  • Malignant tumor: Cancerous, uncontrolled growth, spreads to other body parts.
  • Benign tumor: Non-cancerous, does not spread.
  • Cancer types: Carcinoma (skin/organ linings), sarcoma (connective tissues like bone/muscle), melanoma (skin cancer), lymphoma (lymphatic system), leukemia (blood-forming tissues).
  • Cancer: Uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells.
  • Tumor cells and cancer development: Having tumor cells doesn't guarantee cancer development.

Psychological Responses and Treatments

  • Cognitive responses to cancer: Fatalism, helplessness, depression.
  • Psychological approaches for cancer symptoms: Positive thinking, relaxation techniques (meditation), social support, pain management, body image therapy (e.g., after mastectomy).
  • Managing cancer-related depression: Envisioning positive future events.

Health Behaviors and Prevention

  • Healthy behaviors for illness prevention: Regular exercise, healthy diet, adequate sleep, safe driving habits.
  • Preventable illnesses: Heart disease, diabetes.

Patient-Doctor Relationship

  • Behavior change wheel: Framework for health interventions focusing on patient-centered practices, communication, and patient involvement in treatment.
  • Doctor variability: Differences in diagnoses and treatment plans between different doctors.
  • Factors influencing treatment options: Problem cause, severity, treatability.
  • Patient desires: Competence, communication, and kindness from health professionals.
  • Factors affecting doctor-patient relationship: Gender, expertise, social class (sometimes).
  • Effective communication: Clear, structured communication, attention to verbal and nonverbal cues.
  • Nonverbal cues: Appearing hurried, acting dismissive, displaying frustration.

Medical Adherence and Communication

  • Medical jargon: Technical terms used by doctors that patients might not understand.
  • Adherence: Following prescribed treatment plans, including medications and therapies.
  • Non-adherence: Deliberately stopping or skipping medications or therapies.
  • Psychological factors affecting adherence: Depression, feelings of sabotage.
  • Depersonalization: Treating patients as numbers, hindering effective treatment.
  • Communication breakdown: Potential issues like anxiety, confusion, and depression in patients.
  • Effective doctor-patient relationship: Open communication, patient comfort in sharing concerns, empathetic doctor responses.
  • Health system improvement: Enhanced communication, patient-centered care, psychological training for doctors.
  • Improving communication: Responding to patient inquiries within 24 hours or offering alternative contact methods.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

Related Documents

Tumors and Cancer Questions PDF

More Like This

Cancer Types and Risk Factors
32 questions

Cancer Types and Risk Factors

GentleGreekArt avatar
GentleGreekArt
Types of Cancer and Clinical Trials
48 questions

Types of Cancer and Clinical Trials

RadiantLaplace9461 avatar
RadiantLaplace9461
Cancer Types and Imaging 101
245 questions

Cancer Types and Imaging 101

SweepingSapphire avatar
SweepingSapphire
Types of Cancer Quiz
5 questions

Types of Cancer Quiz

GodlikeAccordion avatar
GodlikeAccordion
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Open
Browser
Browser