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wenmo

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which characterizes an embryonic cancer tumor?
 
  a. Commonly occurring
  b. Often seen in adults
  c. Composed of mature, differentiated cells
  d. Usually manifested around age 5

Question 2

A 65-year-old patient recently diagnosed with cancer retired from construction work. Which cancer is likely to develop secondarily to occupational hazards?
 
  a. Mesothelioma
  b. Bladder cancer
  c. Prostate cancer
  d. Bone cancer


connor417

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
These types of cancers usually manifest around age 5. These types of cancers are not commonly occurring, seen in adults, or composed of undifferentiated cells.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
One notable occupational factor is asbestos, which increases the risk of mesothelioma, lung can-cer, and possibly others. The same risk of bladder, prostate, or bone cancer does not exist.


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