Respiratory Cancers

Description: This quiz covers various aspects of respiratory cancers, including types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which type of respiratory cancer is the most common worldwide?

  1. Lung Cancer

  2. Mesothelioma

  3. Thymoma

  4. Pleural Cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lung cancer is the most common type of respiratory cancer, accounting for over 80% of all cases.

What is the primary cause of lung cancer?

  1. Smoking

  2. Exposure to Radon Gas

  3. Asbestos Exposure

  4. Air Pollution


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, responsible for over 90% of cases.

Which type of respiratory cancer is associated with exposure to asbestos?

  1. Lung Cancer

  2. Mesothelioma

  3. Thymoma

  4. Pleural Cancer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mesothelioma is a type of respiratory cancer that is caused by exposure to asbestos.

What is the most common symptom of lung cancer?

  1. Cough

  2. Chest Pain

  3. Shortness of Breath

  4. Weight Loss


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cough is the most common symptom of lung cancer, occurring in over 70% of cases.

How is lung cancer typically diagnosed?

  1. Chest X-ray

  2. CT Scan

  3. Biopsy

  4. Sputum Cytology


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A CT scan is the most common imaging test used to diagnose lung cancer.

Which type of respiratory cancer is associated with the thymus gland?

  1. Lung Cancer

  2. Mesothelioma

  3. Thymoma

  4. Pleural Cancer


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Thymoma is a type of respiratory cancer that originates in the thymus gland.

What is the primary treatment for early-stage lung cancer?

  1. Surgery

  2. Chemotherapy

  3. Radiation Therapy

  4. Targeted Therapy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surgery is the primary treatment for early-stage lung cancer, aiming to remove the cancerous tissue.

Which type of respiratory cancer is associated with the pleura?

  1. Lung Cancer

  2. Mesothelioma

  3. Thymoma

  4. Pleural Cancer


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pleural cancer is a type of respiratory cancer that affects the pleura, the lining of the lungs.

What is the prognosis for patients with advanced-stage lung cancer?

  1. Good

  2. Fair

  3. Poor

  4. Excellent


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The prognosis for patients with advanced-stage lung cancer is generally poor, with a low survival rate.

Which type of lung cancer is characterized by the presence of small, round cells?

  1. Squamous Cell Carcinoma

  2. Adenocarcinoma

  3. Small Cell Lung Cancer

  4. Large Cell Carcinoma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Small cell lung cancer is characterized by the presence of small, round cells.

What is the most common type of lung cancer in women?

  1. Squamous Cell Carcinoma

  2. Adenocarcinoma

  3. Small Cell Lung Cancer

  4. Large Cell Carcinoma


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancer in women.

Which type of lung cancer is associated with a higher risk of brain metastases?

  1. Squamous Cell Carcinoma

  2. Adenocarcinoma

  3. Small Cell Lung Cancer

  4. Large Cell Carcinoma


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Small cell lung cancer is associated with a higher risk of brain metastases.

What is the primary treatment for mesothelioma?

  1. Surgery

  2. Chemotherapy

  3. Radiation Therapy

  4. Targeted Therapy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surgery is the primary treatment for mesothelioma, aiming to remove the cancerous tissue.

Which type of lung cancer is characterized by the presence of large, polygonal cells?

  1. Squamous Cell Carcinoma

  2. Adenocarcinoma

  3. Small Cell Lung Cancer

  4. Large Cell Carcinoma


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Large cell carcinoma is characterized by the presence of large, polygonal cells.

What is the prognosis for patients with thymoma?

  1. Good

  2. Fair

  3. Poor

  4. Excellent


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The prognosis for patients with thymoma is generally good, with a high survival rate.

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