Question 1

The consequence of receiving chemotherapy in the same place by the same person under the same circumstances is

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Receiving chemotherapy in the same place by the same person under the same circumstances can result in conditioned nausea, where the individual begins to associate the treatment environment with the nausea caused by the chemotherapy. This can lead to anxiety and nausea before and during each subsequent treatment, even if the chemotherapy itself is not necessarily causing the nausea.

Question 2

Research on the association between depression and cancer has found that

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Research has shown that decreasing depression scores can be associated with longer cancer survival, indicating that managing depression may have a positive impact on cancer outcomes.

Question 3

A study of cancer patients conducted by Dunkel-Schetter and her colleagues (1992) found that patients who coped with their cancer-related problems via showed
More emotional distress.

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Cognitive escape-avoidant strategies involve avoiding dealing with the problem, which can lead to increased emotional distress as the underlying issues remain unaddressed.

Question 4

According to the Canadian Cancer Society, each year cancer causes approximately ________ deaths in Canada.

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Question 5

Lupus

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Lupus is most common among women of child-bearing age, although it can affect anyone at any age. It is an autoimmune disease that can lead to inflammation and damage in various parts of the body. Proper weight management and aspirin are not enough to manage this condition. Outdoor activity and rainy climates do not increase the likelihood of developing lupus. Uric acid buildup is linked to gout, not lupus.

Question 6

Peer counselling groups, such as Reach to Recovery, involve

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Peer counselling groups like Reach to Recovery involve a well-adjusted patient acting as an adviser to a newly diagnosed patient with the same disorder.

Question 7

Several interventions have been employed to facilitate cancer patients' coping with chemotherapy. Which of the following interventions may be one way to help counteract the negative immunological effects of standard cancer treatments?

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Question 8

Osteoarthritis

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Osteoarthritis involves the deterioration of cartilage in weight-bearing joints, leading to pain and stiffness in the affected joint. It is more common in older individuals, but can occur in younger individuals as well, especially if there is a history of joint injury or repetitive stress on the joint. The small joints of the wrists, hands, and feet can also be affected, but weight gain is not a direct cause of osteoarthritis. The destruction of bone and muscle tissue is not typically seen in osteoarthritis.

Question 9

For cancer patients, social support

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...

Question 10

Stress may be linked to cancer via which of the following mechanisms?

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Question 11

Rheumatoid arthritis

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...

Question 12

A lack of understanding may be particularly problematic when the person with arthritis

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When a person with arthritis does not have any outward signs of the disease, others may not understand or believe the severity of their condition, leading to a lack of empathy or support.

Question 13

What is the psychosocial impact of AIDS? What factors can amplify or lessen this impact?

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Question 14

Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common form of arthritis in Canada.

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Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in Canada, not rheumatoid arthritis.

Question 15

What is the psychosocial impact of rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? How are psychosocial factors implicated in the course and treatment of RA?

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Question 16

One of the most common complications of rheumatoid arthritis is depression.

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Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic and painful condition that can lead to feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair. Studies have shown that people with rheumatoid arthritis are at a higher risk for depression compared to those without the condition. Depression can further worsen the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, making it important for individuals with the condition to seek proper medical and psychological care.

Question 17

Research shows that cancer survivors may show elevated levels of cortisol due to

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Cortisol is a hormone that is released in response to stress, and fear of recurrence is a common source of stress for cancer survivors. Elevated cortisol levels can lead to negative health outcomes, such as weakened immune function and increased risk of chronic disease.

Question 18

Explain how stress is related to immunocompromise. Exactly how does the immune system respond to stress?

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Question 19

What is the relationship among depression, loneliness, interpersonal conflict, and
immunocompromise? Do individual differences in coping styles affect this relationship? If so, how?

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Question 20

How do psychosocial factors influence the initiation and course of cancer?

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Quiz 14: Psychoneuroimmunology, Aids, Cancer, and Arthritis Part 6 Toward the Future