Which of the following is true of cancer in women? 1. White ...

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Which of the following is true of cancer in women?
 
  1. White women have both a higher incidence rate and higher mortality rate.
  2. Black women have both a higher incidence rate and higher mortality rate.
  3. White women have a higher incidence rate while black women have a higher mortality rate.
  4. Black women have a higher incidence rate while white women have a higher mortality rate.

Question 2

The most important strategy to increase survival in breast cancer is
 
  1. Smoking cessation
  2. Early detection
  3. Weight reduction
  4. Dietary fat reduction

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: 3
This is attributed to the barriers that women of color have in accessing health care and preventive services.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2
This often means cure whereas late detection typically ensures an unfavorable prognosis.