Copy of Ch. 3 Questions (5/28/2026)

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19 questions

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Part A

Part B

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Copy of Ch. 3 Questions (5/28/2026)

Last updated about 2 hours ago

19 questions

Note from the author:

Instructions

Part A

Draggable item		Corresponding Item

Draggable item		Corresponding Item

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a.) __________ determines the degree of abnormality of the neoplasm.

b.) A large tumor or swelling filled with blood, commonly called a bruise or contusion, is also known as a __________.

c.) Neoplasms are commonly called __________.

d.) Cancer-causing agents are known as __________.

e.) __________ considers the degree of spread.

f.) Removing a small piece of tissue for microscopic examination is known as a __________.

g.) __________ is the examination of cells.

h.) Atypical cells that just sit in the epithelial layer of tissue and have not broken through the basement membrane are called __________.

i.) New growth of blood vessels is called __________.

j.) __________ is the use of medication to kill or inhabit the growth of neoplasms.

What is the difference between a neoplasm and a tumor?

How are neoplasms classified?

What is the largest group of malignant neoplasms?

What is the difference between hyperplasias and neoplasms?

Compare and contrast benign tumors to malignant tumors (similarities and differences).

Explain the system used to classify neoplasms.

Part B

Provide a list of three factors that regulate the growth of normal cells.

Describe a metastatic neoplasm

There are five causes of genetic mutation in the chapter. Identify four of them.
a.) _______
b.) _______  
c.) _______ 
d.) _______ 

Identify four personal risk behaviors that increase the risk of developing cancer, as mentioned in the chapter:

a.) _______ 
b.) _______ 
c.) _______ 
d.) _______ 

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What does each letter in "CAUTION" stand for?

C _______ 
A _______ 
U _______  
T _______ 
I _______ 
O _______ 
N _______ 

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What are the three main types of cancer treatment?

_______ ; _______ ; _______ 

True/False - Use "T" for true; and "F" for false.

a.) _______ Women who have a close relative who has had breast cancer are at a higher risk for developing breast cancer.

b.) _______ Finding a change in breast tissue means that cancer is present.

c.) _______ Women should assess breasts regularly by the American Cancer Society no longer recommends breast self-examination.

d.) _______ The outcome of breast awareness and screening is to find and diagnose any problems as early as possible.

Case Studies
Use the information in the provided chapter to help you develop the best possible answer to each case study. The more inclusive and accurate your answers, the more points will be rewarded.

Susan is a 52-year-old elementary school teacher. Her sister, aged 47, was recently diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. Susan has yearly clinical breast examinations and a mammogram but has never done a breast self-examination (BSE). One of her colleagues (co-workers) told her she should be doing BSE. How would you explain the new recommendations from the American Cancer Society to her?

Mr. Holloway, age 65, has made an appointment for a routine checkup. He has not complained of any unusual symptoms but feel he should have a yearly examination because of his age. What are some routine screening tests that should be performed on Mr. Holloway because of his age and gender? What important cancer prevention strategies should you discuss with Mr. Holloway during his visit?

Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Curative		Removing a small piece of tissue for microscopic examination.
Biopsy		Neoplasm arising from epithelial tissue.
Not Used		Something that corrects the disease or condition.
Carcinoma		An alteration in size, shape, and organization of cells.
Dysplasia		Technique that allows rapid diagnosis by the pathologist.
Frozen Section		Determining the degree of differentiation of cells by microscopic examination.

Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Sarcoma		Determining the degree of differentiation of cells by microscopic examination.
Not Used		An increase in cell number.
Hyperplasia		The process of using light, short waves, or X-rays.
Staging		Neoplasm arising from connective tissue or bone.
Radiation		Determining the degree of spread of a malignant tumor.
Grading		A new growth.

Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Biopsy		Earlier testing for disease; a measure such as clinical breast examinations.
Slip, Slip, Slap, and Wrap		Test to screen for colon cancer.
Occult Stool		Yearly examination by physician
Screening		Acronym CAUTION
Cancer Warning Signals		Staining test often used for cervical cytology
Annual Physical Examination		Live tissue examination
Pap Test		Reminder of the key ways to prevent skin cancer

Copy of Ch. 3 Questions (5/28/2026)

Copy of Ch. 3 Questions (5/28/2026)

What is the difference between a neoplasm and a tumor?

How are neoplasms classified?

What is the largest group of malignant neoplasms?

What is the difference between hyperplasias and neoplasms?

Compare and contrast benign tumors to malignant tumors (similarities and differences).

Explain the system used to classify neoplasms.

Provide a list of three factors that regulate the growth of normal cells.

Describe a metastatic neoplasm

Case Studies

Match each term to their appropriate definition.

Match each term to their appropriate definition.

Match each term to their appropriate definition.

What is the difference between a neoplasm and a tumor?

How are neoplasms classified?

What is the largest group of malignant neoplasms?

What is the difference between hyperplasias and neoplasms?

Compare and contrast benign tumors to malignant tumors (similarities and differences).

Explain the system used to classify neoplasms.

Provide a list of three factors that regulate the growth of normal cells.

Describe a metastatic neoplasm

Case Studies