Cancer Test Short Answer Flashcards

(7 cards)

1
Q

4 factors that are involved in deciding treatment plan for a patient

A

Age
Type of cancer
If ten tumor can spread
Health

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2
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4 ways to reduce rick of cancer

A

Eat healthy
Maintain good weight
Avoid alcohol and tobacco
Recognizing warning signs

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3
Q

What does the term cancer refer to?

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A rapid growth of abnormal cells.

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4
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Name two types of tumors related to cancer and how are they different

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Benign is non-cancerous and grows slowly and usually doesn’t spread. Malignant is cancerous and can spread to other tissue.

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5
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What is carcinogen and why is it dangerous

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It is a cancer causing chemical found in tobacco that can cause lung and mouth cancer.

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6
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Which type of cancer is most preventable and why.

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Skin because all you have to do is use sunscreen

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7
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Why is it important to recognize warning signs early

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The earlier the diagnosis the better the outcome.

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