Chapter 10 Flashcards

1
Q
What is the leading risk factor for cancer?
A. Age
B. Low fiber diet
C. Sedentary lifestyle
D. Alcohol intake
A

A. Age

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Protein intake of up to \_\_\_\_ is associated with reduced frailty.
A. 0.8g/kg/day
B. 1.0g/kg/day
C. 1.2g/kg/day
D. 1.5g/kg/day
A

C. 1.2g/kg/day

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3
Q

True or False: The dietary and lifestyle habits of women prior to a cancer diagnosis appear to have a significant influence on survival and recurrent disease

A

True

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4
Q
Represents the vast majority of survivors
A. Breast
B. Prostate
C. Colon
D. All the above
A

D. All the above

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5
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True/false: weight lifting and weight bearing activity supports adequate bone health, which is commonly compromised after cancer therapy and is considered safe and effective for controlling lymphedema after breast cancer.

A

True

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6
Q

Supplementation of beta-carotene in colo-rectal cancer patients can reduce survival if the patient is also __________ and _________?

A

Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol

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