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True / False


1. Cancer cells are all slow growing.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
Cancer cells are fast growing.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

2. A malignant neoplasm metastasizes to distant areas.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

3. An example of a hyperplasia is a skin callus on the foot.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

4. Genetic alteration is the basis for the development of hyperplasias.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
Genetic alteration is the basis for the development of malignant neoplasm or cancer, not hyperplasias.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

5. Continued exposure to a carcinogen or to several carcinogens may increase or promote the abnormality of a cell.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

6. Cancer at the in situ stage cannot be avoided by surgical removal.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
In carcinoma in situ, the atypical cells are “just sitting” in the epithelial layer of the tissue and have not broken through the basement membrane and invaded the surrounding tissue. Carcinoma in situ commonly occurs in the uterine cervix, larynx, and mouth. Cancer can be avoided at this stage by surgical removal of the dysplasia or in situ tumor.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

7. Local tissue invasion is the step that signifies a change from a precancerous neoplasm to a malignant one.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

8. Absence of lymph node involvement with cancer is an unfavorable sign.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
Absence of lymph node involvement is a favorable sign as it indicates that the tumor has not metastasized to the lymph nodes, which can then be carried throughout the body.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

9. When cancer has spread through the bloodstream, often the secondary cancer site is discovered first.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

10. Grading of tumors refers to the degree to which a tumor has spread.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
Grading is the microscopic examination of the tumor to determine the degree of differentiation.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

11. Staging a tumor refers to the degree to which the tumor has spread.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

12. Hormones may cause cancer but may also be used to treat it.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

13. Combining estrogen and progesterone may increase the risk of cancer.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
The most widely used combination pill, combining estrogen and progesterone, may actually decrease the risk of cancer.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

14. Ultraviolet light rays of the sun or tanning lights have an increased risk of causing the development of basal cell cancer.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

15. Dark-skinned people are at the greatest risk of developing skin cancer.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
Fair-skinned people are at the greatest risk for skin cancer because they lack the protective effects of melanin. UV-related skin cancer is uncommon among the dark-skinned population.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

16. Alcohol has not been proven to be a carcinogen, but some studies show a higher incidence of certain types of cancer in those who drink even moderate amounts.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

17. Cancers of the lung, breast, and colon are responsible for the majority of cancer deaths.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

18. Damage related to smoking and tobacco use is limited to the lungs.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
Smoking damages nearly every organ in the body, is associated with at least 15 different cancers, and accounts for about one-third of all cancer deaths. Smoking and tobacco use leads to approximately 30 percent of all cancers. Cigarette smoking is considered the single most preventable cause of lung cancer, heart disease, and other diseases of the lung. The risk of developing lung cancer is 15 times greater for smokers than nonsmokers.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

19. Basal and squamous cell skin cancer is almost always fatal.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
These neoplasms are seldom fatal because they are very visible, are slow growing, and can be completely excised.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

20. The prognosis for the individual with a malignant neoplasm is best if the cancer is located and treated early.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

21. A needle biopsy is obtained by punching a needle through the tumor and using the tissue caught in the lumen of the needle for examination.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

22. When performing a frozen section, pathologists take their time to determine whether the tumor is benign or malignant.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

23. Anemia may be due to decreased white blood cell production as a result of cancer treatment.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
Anemia is a decreased red blood cell count.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

24. Cancer treatment is aimed at a cure or relief of symptoms.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

25. Radiation is generally used to treat tumors that are not surgically accessible nor operable.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

26. A metastatic neoplasm is a cell whose growth pattern is purposeful and controlled.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
False
RATIONALE:  
A metastatic neoplasm is a cell whose growth pattern has no purpose and is uncontrollable.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

27. All leukemias and lymphomas are malignant.
a. 
True

b. 
False

ANSWER:  
True
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
True / False
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

Multiple Choice

28. Genetic mutation or change may be brought about by:
a. 
viruses.
b. 
chemicals.

c. 
radiation.
d. 
all of the above.

ANSWER:  
d
RATIONALE:  
a. Viruses can cause genetic mutation or change, but other causes are listed. b. Chemicals can cause genetic mutation or change, but other causes are listed. c. Radiation can cause genetic mutation or change, but other causes are listed. d. Viruses, chemicals, and radiation can cause genetic mutation or change.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

29. Common sites for carcinoma in situ include all of the following EXCEPT the:
a. 
cervix.
b. 
ovary.

c. 
larynx.
d. 
mouth.

ANSWER:  
b
RATIONALE:  
a. Cervix is a common site for carcinoma in situ. b. Ovary is not a common site for carcinoma in situ. Common sites for carcinoma in situ are the cervix, larynx, and mouth c. Larynx is a common site for carcinoma in situ. d. Mouth is a common site for carcinoma in situ.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM

30. Common sites of the bloodstream metastasis include all of the following EXCEPT the:
a. 
kidneys.
b. 
liver.

c. 
lungs.
d. 
brain.

ANSWER:  
a
RATIONALE:  
a. Kidneys are not common sites of the bloodstream metastasis. Common sites of bloodstream metastasis include the liver, lungs, and brain. b. Common sites of bloodstream metastasis include the liver. c. Common sites of bloodstream metastasis include the lungs. d. Common sites of bloodstream metastasis include the brain.
POINTS:  
1
QUESTION TYPE:  
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:  
False
DATE CREATED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM
DATE MODIFIED:  
8/21/2017 10:59 AM