Question 1

Risk factors for oral cancer include

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A)  cigarette and cigar smoking.
B)  excess alcohol consumption.
C)  use of spit tobacco.
D)  all of these.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

A test that uses a computer to construct a picture of the brain using X ray images is

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A)  an angiogram.
B)  radionuclide imaging.
C)  a CT scan.
D)  an MRI scan.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Exercise alters blood fat levels by

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A)  raising LDL levels.
B)  lowering LDL levels.
C)  raising HDL levels.
D)  lowering HDL levels.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

Late onset of menstruation and early onset of menopause are risk factors for breast cancer.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

There is a link between human papillomavirus (HPV)infection and ovarian cancer.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Hepatitis viruses B and C together cause most of the world's cases of liver cancer.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The most common cause of cancer death in the United States is

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A)  breast cancer.
B)  colon and rectal cancer.
C)  prostate cancer.
D)  lung cancer.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Which of the following combinations would place someone at greatest risk for cardiovascular disease?

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A)  low HDL and low LDL
B)  high HDL and high LDL
C)  low HDL and high LDL
D)  high HDL and low LDLE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 9

When a coronary artery becomes blocked,the result is

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A)  a heart attack.
B)  angina.
C)  arrhythmia.
D)  an obstructive embolism.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Increased physical activity may reduce one's HDL levels.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Choose one of the common cancers described in your text.Briefly describe the cancer,its risk factors,signs/symptoms,and treatment.List at least three lifestyle strategies for prevention.

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Question 12

Lymphoma is cancer of the lymph nodes,part of the body's

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A)  blood-forming cells.
B)  gastrointestinal tract.
C)  connective and fibrous tissues.
D)  infection-fighting system.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 13

A common surgical treatment for heart disease is an angiogram.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is cut off.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Age is the strongest predictor of risk for prostate cancer.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Treatment for congestive heart failure may include all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  reducing the workload of the heart.
B)  increasing salt intake.
C)  taking drugs that eliminate excess body fluid.
D)  undergoing a heart transplant.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Which of the following is associated with metabolic syndrome?

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A)  high HDL
B)  insulin resistance
C)  low blood pressure
D)  low triglyceridesE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following statements about rheumatic fever is TRUE?

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A)  It affects mostly older adults.
B)  It is a leading cause of heart failure worldwide.
C)  It permanently damages the liver.
D)  It occurs because of untreated diabetes.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Steps to prevent skin cancer include all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun.
B)  using tanning salons instead of sunbathing.
C)  avoiding sunburns.
D)  using sunscreens and protective clothing.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Which of the following statements regarding testicle self-examination is FALSE?

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A)  It is best performed following a bath or shower.
B)  It should be done monthly.
C)  It should be performed using a gentle rolling motion.
D)  It is recommended only if the man is sexually active.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 12: Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Risk factors for oral cancer include

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Which of the following statements about rheumatic fever is TRUE?

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The most common cause of cancer death in the United States is

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Late onset of menstruation and early onset of menopause are risk factors for breast cancer.

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Steps to prevent skin cancer include all of the following EXCEPT

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Which of the following combinations would place someone at greatest risk for cardiovascular disease?

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Increased physical activity may reduce one's HDL levels.

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Age is the strongest predictor of risk for prostate cancer.

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Lymphoma is cancer of the lymph nodes,part of the body's

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Which of the following statements regarding testicle self-examination is FALSE?

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A common surgical treatment for heart disease is an angiogram.

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Treatment for congestive heart failure may include all of the following EXCEPT

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A test that uses a computer to construct a picture of the brain using X ray images is

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Which of the following is associated with metabolic syndrome?

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There is a link between human papillomavirus (HPV)infection and ovarian cancer.

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Choose one of the common cancers described in your text.Briefly describe the cancer,its risk factors,signs/symptoms,and treatment.List at least three lifestyle strategies for prevention.

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When a coronary artery becomes blocked,the result is

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Exercise alters blood fat levels by

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Hepatitis viruses B and C together cause most of the world's cases of liver cancer.

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A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is cut off.

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