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imanialler

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Mammography _________
 
  A) should only be performed on women at high risk of breast cancer due to the significant dose of radiation that accompanies it.
  B) should be performed yearly on women starting at age 20, and every six months starting at age 50.
  C) is the only test women need to perform to monitor their risk of breast cancer.
  D) according to the American Cancer Society, should be performed yearly on women age 40 and older.

Question 2

Christina, who is 44, wonders if she should be concerned about her risk of breast cancer. Christina went through menarche at age 12, has no children, and is in generally good health. Christina's mother was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 58. According to the American Cancer Society, Christina should _________
 
  A) complete annual mammograms and clinical breast exams, and conduct regular breast self-exams.
  B) not worry, because breast cancer is most often diagnosed in women over the age of 55.
  C) try not to focus on her breast cancer risk, because no effective treatments for the condition have yet been developed.
  D) not be concerned, because breast cancer is very uncommon in women who have never given birth.



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tkempin

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A




imanialler

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Excellent


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Gracias!

 

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