Quiz: Screening vs. Diagnostic Tests

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1. Q1.What is the goal of a screening test?

   ATo find cancer before it causes symptomsBTo confirm a diagnosis on its ownCTo treat cancerDTo measure blood pressure

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2. Q2.When are diagnostic tests used?

   AOnly in people who feel completely wellBTo find out what is going on when there is a symptom or an abnormal screening resultCOnly to plan vacationsDNever in cancer care

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3. Q3.If a screening result is abnormal, what does it usually mean?

   AYou definitely have cancerBMore tests are usually needed, and many findings turn out not to be cancerCNothing needs to be doneDThe test must be ignored

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4. Q4.What is a false-positive screening result?

   AA finding that appears abnormal even though no cancer is presentBA result that is always correctCA test that was never doneDA cure for cancer

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5. Q5.Why is screening worth discussing with your doctor?

   ABecause it has no effect at allBBecause it has both benefits and possible harms, such as false results and overdiagnosisCBecause it is required by lawDBecause it always finds cancer

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