Intro, Communication, Death and Dying, Nutrition
The study of treating elderly adults is called...
Gerontology
The ability to evaluate, perceive and control emotions is called...
Emotional intelligence
At what age should women begin having regular mammograms?
40
____________ are the most common type of brain tumor.
Brain mets
Pap smears are screening tests for which type of cancer...
Cure
A document that allows you to state your wishes about medical care in the event that you have a terminal or irreversible condition and can no longer make your own medical decisions
Medical Power of Attorney
The only known associated risk factor for mesothelioma is _________.
Asbestos
Nutritional complications often occur in which patients? (broad)
Head and Neck
The most important dose-limiting structure when treating esophageal cancer is the ___________.
Spinal cord
The loss of appetite or desire to eat is _________.
Anorexia
When measuring respirations, you should count for _______.
60 seconds
How many lobes are in the left lung?
2 lobes
_________ and __________ are the two most important risk factors for head and neck cancers.
Alcohol and tobacco
Which GI related cancer has an associated risk factor of diabetes?
Pancreatic
What are the four types of communication?
Verbal, Non-verbal, Written, Visual
What region of the brain controls body temperature?
Hypothalamus
What is the most common breast brachytherapy device called?
SAVI
What structure is commonly referred to as the voice box?
Larynx
Bolus may be used when treating which GYN malignancy?
Vulvar
_______ is defined as sever muscle depletion.
Sarcopenia
If a person's body temperature falls below normal levels, they are said to have ________.
Hypothermia
What are the three hormone receptors commonly tested for breast cancer patients?
Estrogen receptor, Progesterone receptor, HER2
The most common glioma is an __________.
Astrocytoma
What cancer is most common to occur in a 27-year-old male?
Testicular