Deck 14: Cancer

Question 1

What does oncology study?

A)Hormonal changes
B)Genetics
C)Hypertension
D)Malignant tumors

Answer 1

Malignant tumors

Question 2

Which type of cancer develops from epithelial tissue?

A)Sarcoma
B)Melanoma
C)Carcinoma
D)Lymphoma

Answer 2

Carcinoma

Question 3

Which type of cancer develops from pigmented tissue?

A)Melanoma
B)Lymphoma
C)Carcinoma
D)Sarcoma

Answer 3

Melanoma

Question 4

Which term means a noncancerous tumor?

A)Malignant
B)Benign
C)Cystic
D)Fibrotic

Question 5

Which treatment introduces chemical agents into the body to destroy cancer cells?

A)Radiation therapy
B)Biologic therapy
C)Chemotherapy
D)Hemodialysis

Question 6

Which best describes carcinogens?

A)Cancer-causing genes
B)Cancer-causing agents such as chemicals and radiation
C)Cancer-causing immune conditions
D)Cancer-causing hormones

Question 7

Most cancers are attributed to which cause?

A)Carcinogens
B)Oncogenes
C)Oncoviruses
D)Pathogens

Question 8

Eighty percent of all cancers are linked to which factor?

A)Genetics
B)Heredity
C)Environmental influences such as diet
D)Hormonal imbalances

Question 9

The most common death-related cancer in both men and women occurs in which organ?

A)Skin
B)Brain
C)Liver
D)Lung

Question 10

Which type of cancer develops from muscle cells or connective tissues?

A)Sarcoma
B)Lymphoma
C)Carcinoma
D)Melanoma

Question 11

If a client has had anticancer surgery, which body area should the massage therapist avoid for 10 days after the client is ambulatory?

A)Upper extremities
B)Lower extremities
C)Scalp
D)Neck

Question 12

Which cancer is viral-linked in 80% to 90% of cases?

A)Bone
B)Pancreas
C)Breast
D)Cervical

Question 13

Which type of disease is characterized by abnormal cells that possess uncontrollable division, lack programmed cell death, and can accumulate into masses called tumors?

A)Autoimmune
B)Infectious
C)Cancer
D)Deficiency

Question 14

Which term means a cancerous tumor?

A)Fibrotic
B)Benign
C)Cystic
D)Malignant

Question 15

Which word means tumor?

A)Neoplasm
B)Tubercle
C)Cyst
D)Nodule

Question 16

Which are the two most common ways in which cancer spreads?

A)Bloodstream and digestive tract
B)Local spread and airborne fluids
C)Seeding of the digestive and respiratory tracts
D)Bloodstream and lymphatic system

Question 17

Which growth is a malignant tumor?

A)Adenoma
B)Osteoma
C)Osteosarcoma
D)Chondroma

Question 18

Which are not common causes of cancer?

A)Viruses and smoking
B)Fungi and protozoa
C)Hormones and genetic mutations
D)Chemicals and radiation

Question 19

For a client who has had surgery to remove cancer, the massage therapist must consider and plan for all except which risk factor?

A)Clot formation
B)Edema
C)Reduced function
D)First-degree skin burn

Question 20

Which term is used to describe the spreading of cancer cells from a primary site of origin to distant sites?

A)Benign
B)Mitosis
C)Angiogenesis
D)Metastasis

Question 21

If a client living with cancer says that certain positions and techniques are fine, what should the massage therapist do during the treatment?

A)Avoid lower extremities.
B)Observe the client for nonverbal signs of discomfort.
C)Perform every session in exactly the same way.
D)Suggest the client void before the session begins.

Question 22

Which action is necessary for the massage therapist to do before massaging clients with cancer?

A)Obtain clearance from their health care providers.
B)Devise a treatment plan, with benefits and contraindications, which can be applied to all clients with cancer.
C)Determine when the client will receive anticancer treatment, and schedule massage as close as possible to those days.
D)Explain to clients that they should avoid talking about their cancer or personal concerns during the session.

Question 23

Mammograms can assist in early detection of which type of cancer?

A)Breast
B)Liver
C)Cervical
D)Skin

Question 24

Which treatment application should the massage therapist avoid using if the client is nauseated from cancer treatments?

A)Reflexology
B)Craniosacral therapy
C)Aromatherapy and scented lubricants
D)Alternating ice and heat packs

Question 25

Massage considerations for a client undergoing chemotherapy who has a fever include that:

A)it is a common side effect and treatment adaptations are unnecessary.
B)it is a rare side effect and requires the use of lighter-than-normal pressure.
C)treatment time should be reduced to 30 minutes if the client is also fatigued.
D)treatment is contraindicated until the client is fever-free for 48 hours.

Question 26

Peripheral neuropathy is a common side effect of which treatment?

A)Chemotherapy
B)Biologic therapy
C)Hormonal therapy
D)Radiation therapy

Question 27

If a client with cancer has edema and is cleared for massage, which treatment modification should be avoided?

A)Elevate the affected area.
B)Stroke lightly and centripetally.
C)Work the affected limb proximally, then distally.
D)Apply heat after treatment.

Question 28

Common side effects of biologic therapy include:

A)alternating constipation and diarrhea.
B)nausea, fatigue, and fever.
C)mouth sores, hair loss, and neuropathy.
D)red, dry, itchy skin.

Question 29

Which treatments utilize ionizing radiation to kill or inactivate cancer cells?

A)Radiation therapy
B)Magnetic resonance imaging
C)Chemotherapy
D)CAT scan

Question 30

Which type is cancer of the lymph nodes?

A)Leukemia
B)Sarcoma
C)Carcinoma
D)Lymphoma

Question 31

If a client is receiving chemotherapy and has received clearance for massage therapy but is experiencing neuropathy, which treatment adaptation is appropriate?

A)Modifications are unnecessary.
B)Avoid hypersensitive areas.
C)Elevate the area with neuropathy, and apply ice packs.
D)Neuropathy is an absolute contraindication.

Question 32

A potential massage benefit for clients with cancer is:

A)reduced tumors and cleared lymph.
B)elimination of side effects of chemotherapy.
C)prevention of rejection of donated bone marrow.
D)reduced tension and decreased pain.

Question 33

A suspicious change in a mole has which characteristic?

A)Even borders
B)Evenly shaded brown color
C)Asymmetrical shape
D)Smooth to the touch

Question 34

Which type is the most malignant and lethal skin cancer?

A)Malignant melanoma
B)Basal cell carcinoma
C)Kaposi sarcoma
D)Squamous cell carcinoma

Question 35

For a client who has had a bone marrow transplant, which side effect does the massage therapist need to consider when planning the treatment?

A)Heat intolerance
B)Hair loss
C)Immunosuppression
D)Client positioning

Question 36

Which factor is the main cause of lung cancer?

A)Asbestos
B)Human papillomavirus
C)Cigarette (tobacco) smoke
D)Radiation

Question 37

Which type accounts for about 75% of all skin cancers?

A)Malignant melanoma
B)Basal cell carcinoma
C)Kaposi carcinoma
D)Squamous cell carcinoma

Question 38

Which type is the most common form of cancer in women?

A)Colon
B)Breast
C)Cervical
D)Lung

Question 39

Which type is called cancer of the blood?

A)Myeloma
B)Adenoma
C)Leukemia
D)Sarcoma

Question 40

A consideration for a client treated with radiation is that the massage therapist should:

A)increase treatment time to 90 minutes if the client feels fatigued.
B)assess skin condition before each massage.
C)wear gloves with certain types of radiation therapy.
D)use an emollient lubricant on irradiated areas.