Question 1

Men with undescended testicles have the greatest risk for testicular cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The best form of prevention for skin cancer is to

Accepted Answer

A)  use tanning beds because they are safer than sunlight. 
B)  tan outdoors and be sure to use sunscreen. 
C)  limit exposure to harmful UV rays. 
D)  take vitamin D supplements. 
A)  use tanning beds because they are safer than sunlight. 
B)  tan outdoors and be sure to use sunscreen. 
C)  limit exposure to harmful UV rays. 
D)  take vitamin D supplements.

Question 3

One of the primary lifestyle risk factors for cancer is

Accepted Answer

A)  drug use. 
B)  smoking. 
C)  a high-protein diet. 
D)  chemicals in foods. 
A)  drug use. 
B)  smoking. 
C)  a high-protein diet. 
D)  chemicals in foods.

Question 4

Oncogenes are genes that

Accepted Answer

A)  fight cancer. 
B)  suppress the normal activity of the immune system. 
C)  can signal cells to reproduce uncontrollably. 
D)  have mutated. 
A)  fight cancer. 
B)  suppress the normal activity of the immune system. 
C)  can signal cells to reproduce uncontrollably. 
D)  have mutated.

Question 5

A persistent cough and blood-streaked sputum are symptoms of

Accepted Answer

A)  oral cancer. 
B)  colon cancer. 
C)  leukemia. 
D)  lung cancer. 
A)  oral cancer. 
B)  colon cancer. 
C)  leukemia. 
D)  lung cancer.

Question 6

Radiation therapy is most effective in treating localized tumors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Cancer of the blood-forming tissues is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  metastasis. 
B)  sarcoma. 
C)  lymphoma. 
D)  leukemia. 
A)  metastasis. 
B)  sarcoma. 
C)  lymphoma. 
D)  leukemia.

Question 8

Only a small percentage of melanomas are caused by exposure to UV light from sunlight or other sources.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Selective estrogen-receptor modulators such as tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors are used to treat estrogen-sensitive breast cancer because they

Accepted Answer

A)  block estrogen from estrogen-sensitive cells. 
B)  enhance the effects of estrogen in estrogen-sensitive cells. 
C)  decrease estrogen production. 
D)  increase estrogen production. 
A)  block estrogen from estrogen-sensitive cells. 
B)  enhance the effects of estrogen in estrogen-sensitive cells. 
C)  decrease estrogen production. 
D)  increase estrogen production.

Question 10

Explain the difference between benign and malignant tumors.

Accepted Answer

Benign tumors are not cancerous. They ar

Question 11

Hodgkin's disease is a type of leukemia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In the United States, men have a 1 in 3 risk of developing some type of cancer over the course of their lifetime.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Name at least three symptoms of lung cancer.

Accepted Answer

(any three of the following)
1

Question 14

Which of the following statements is True regarding cancer risks?

Accepted Answer

A)  If a close family member has had cancer, you have a 50 percent chance of developing the same cancer. 
B)  Scientists believe that about five percent of all cancers are strongly hereditary. 
C)  Breast cancer does not appear to run in families. 
D)  Colon cancer does not appear to show a familial pattern. 
A)  If a close family member has had cancer, you have a 50 percent chance of developing the same cancer. 
B)  Scientists believe that about five percent of all cancers are strongly hereditary. 
C)  Breast cancer does not appear to run in families. 
D)  Colon cancer does not appear to show a familial pattern.

Question 15

Colonoscopies are recommended for anyone over the age of 40 to screen for colon cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Chronic stress, poverty, and emotional or physical trauma are factors that

Accepted Answer

A)  may make an individual more susceptible to cancer. 
B)  may increase the risk of heart disease but reduce cancer risk. 
C)  play no role in the risk of developing cancer. 
D)  contribute to cancer risk only if an individual needs psychotherapy. 
A)  may make an individual more susceptible to cancer. 
B)  may increase the risk of heart disease but reduce cancer risk. 
C)  play no role in the risk of developing cancer. 
D)  contribute to cancer risk only if an individual needs psychotherapy.

Question 17

The minimum SPF necessary for a sunscreen to protect the skin is

Accepted Answer

A)  SPF 10. 
B)  SPF 15. 
C)  SPF 20. 
D)  SPF 45. 
A)  SPF 10. 
B)  SPF 15. 
C)  SPF 20. 
D)  SPF 45.

Question 18

Noncancerous tissue is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  squamous. 
B)  neoplastic. 
C)  malignant. 
D)  benign. 
A)  squamous. 
B)  neoplastic. 
C)  malignant. 
D)  benign.

Question 19

Tomas was told that the tumor in his brain is benign. This means that the tumor is

Accepted Answer

A)  cancerous. 
B)  spreading quickly. 
C)  dormant. 
D)  noncancerous. 
A)  cancerous. 
B)  spreading quickly. 
C)  dormant. 
D)  noncancerous.

Question 20

The second leading cause of death in the United States is

Accepted Answer

A)  accidents. 
B)  cancer. 
C)  diabetes. 
D)  heart disease. 
A)  accidents. 
B)  cancer. 
C)  diabetes. 
D)  heart disease.

Exam 21: Reducing Your Cancer Risk

Men with undescended testicles have the greatest risk for testicular cancer.

The best form of prevention for skin cancer is to

One of the primary lifestyle risk factors for cancer is

Oncogenes are genes that

A persistent cough and blood-streaked sputum are symptoms of

Radiation therapy is most effective in treating localized tumors.

Cancer of the blood-forming tissues is known as

Only a small percentage of melanomas are caused by exposure to UV light from sunlight or other sources.

Selective estrogen-receptor modulators such as tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors are used to treat estrogen-sensitive breast cancer because they

Explain the difference between benign and malignant tumors.

Hodgkin's disease is a type of leukemia.

In the United States, men have a 1 in 3 risk of developing some type of cancer over the course of their lifetime.

Name at least three symptoms of lung cancer.

Which of the following statements is True regarding cancer risks?

Colonoscopies are recommended for anyone over the age of 40 to screen for colon cancer.

Chronic stress, poverty, and emotional or physical trauma are factors that

The minimum SPF necessary for a sunscreen to protect the skin is

Noncancerous tissue is referred to as

Tomas was told that the tumor in his brain is benign. This means that the tumor is

The second leading cause of death in the United States is

Accessing Your Health

Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Focus On Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

Managing Stress and Coping With Life's Challenges

Focus On Improving Your Sleep

Building Healthy Relationships and Communicating Effectively

Understanding Your Sexuality

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Eating for a Healthier You

Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Focus On Enhancing Your Body Image

Improving Your Physical Fitness

Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction

Drinking Alcohol Responsibly

Ending Tobacco Use

Avoiding Drug Misuse and Abuse

Protecting against Infectious Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Focus On Understanding Your Health Inheritance

Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Focus On Minimizing Your Risk for Diabetes

Reducing Risks and Coping with Chronic Conditions

Choosing Conventional and Complementary Health Care

Preventing Violence and Abuse

Focus On Reducing Your Risk of Unintentional Injury

Preserving and Protecting Your Environment

Preparing for Aging, Death, and Dying

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