Which of the following substances, when produced in large quantities, promote the
development of cancer by binding to DNA?
A) carcinogens B) free radicals C) antioxidants D) melanomas
Q. 2________ drugs are available that can delay the onset of full-blown AIDS in people with HIV.
A) Antibiotic B) Antiretroviral
C) Immunosuppressing D) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
Q. 3All of the following are ways to contract the HIV virus from an infected individual except
________.
A) having vaginal intercourse B) shaking hands
C) performing oral sex D) sharing drug needles
Q. 4Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for cancer?
A) tobacco B) heart disease C) alcohol D) radiation
Q. 5Approximately 80 of all cancers are related to ________ and environmental factors.
A) genetics B) age C) race D) lifestyle
Q. 6The first stage of infection with the HIV virus is called the ________ stage.
A) transmission B) symptomatic infection
C) AIDS D) silent
Q. 7Cancer of the blood is termed ________.
A) leukemia B) melanoma
C) nonmelanoma D) anemia