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Prostate Cancer and BPH Questions and Answers Latest Version Already Passed
What is the most common risk factor for developing prostate cancer?
- High alcohol consumption
- Family history of prostate cancer
- High-fat diet
- Age over 50
✔✔B) Family history of prostate cancer
Which of the following is a typical symptom of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
- Painful urination
- Increased urine flow
- Difficulty starting urination
- Blood in urine
✔✔C) Difficulty starting urination
What is the primary treatment option for localized prostate cancer?
- Chemotherapy 1 / 4
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- Radiation therapy
- Prostatectomy
- Hormone therapy
✔✔C) Prostatectomy
Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed to treat BPH?
- Beta-blockers
- Alpha-blockers
- Calcium channel blockers
- Statins
✔✔B) Alpha-blockers
What is the role of PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) in prostate cancer diagnosis?
- It confirms the presence of prostate cancer
- It helps to monitor the progress of the disease
- It indicates liver function
- It predicts the survival rate
✔✔B) It helps to monitor the progress of the disease 2 / 4
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At what age do men typically start to be screened for prostate cancer?
- 40
- 45
- 50
- 60
✔✔C) 50
Which of the following is a potential complication of untreated BPH?
- Erectile dysfunction
- Urinary retention
- Heart failure
- Chronic kidney disease
✔✔B) Urinary retention
Which of the following is a common treatment for advanced prostate cancer?
- Prostatectomy
- Cryotherapy 3 / 4
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- Hormone therapy
- Radiation therapy
✔✔C) Hormone therapy
Which lifestyle change is recommended for men with BPH to help alleviate symptoms?
- Increasing fluid intake before bedtime
- Avoiding spicy foods
- Reducing caffeine and alcohol consumption
- Increasing salt intake
✔✔C) Reducing caffeine and alcohol consumption
Which of the following is a common side effect of prostate cancer treatment?
- Hair loss
- Erectile dysfunction
- Memory loss
- Weight gain
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✔✔B) Erectile dysfunction