Mock Test on Cervical Cancer: 20 Questions with Instant Result - Naija Health Media

Victoria Solomon Victoria Solomon
Mar 20, 2023 - 21:00 Updated: Mar 28, 2024 - 12:20
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1. What is cervical cancer?

a) A type of skin cancer
b) A cancer that affects the cervix
c) A cancer that affects the lungs
d) A cancer that affects the liver

2. What is the most common cause of cervical cancer?

a) Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
b) Smoking
c) Poor diet
d) Lack of exercise

3. Which type of cervical cancer is the most common?

a) Squamous cell carcinoma
b) Adenocarcinoma
c) Melanoma
d) Basal cell carcinoma

4. What is the most common symptom of cervical cancer?

a) Fatigue
b) Pain in the lower abdomen
c) Abnormal vaginal bleeding
d) Headache

5. How is cervical cancer diagnosed?

a) Physical exam and medical history
b) Blood test
c) Pap smear test and HPV test
d) X-ray

6. What is a pap smear test?

a) A blood test for cervical cancer
b) A test to detect HPV infection
c) A test to detect abnormal cells in the cervix
d) A test to detect cancer cells in the cervix

7. What is the treatment for early-stage cervical cancer?

a) Surgery and radiation therapy
b) Chemotherapy
c) Hormone therapy
d) Immunotherapy

8. What is the treatment for advanced-stage cervical cancer?

a) Surgery and radiation therapy
b) Chemotherapy and radiation therapy
c) Hormone therapy
d) Palliative care

9. What is the best way to prevent cervical cancer?

a) Getting vaccinated against HPV
b) Quitting smoking
c) Eating a healthy diet
d) Exercising regularly

10. What is the recommended age for women to start getting a pap smear test?

a) 21 years old
b) 25 years old
c) 30 years old
d) 35 years old

11. What is a Colposcopy?

a) A test to detect abnormal cells in the cervix
b) A type of radiation therapy for cervical cancer
c) A procedure to remove abnormal cervical tissue
d) A procedure to examine the cervix using a special microscope

12. What is a cervical biopsy?

a) A procedure to remove abnormal cervical tissue
b) A procedure to examine the cervix using a special microscope
c) A test to detect HPV infection
d) A blood test for cervical cancer

13. What is a cone biopsy?

a) A procedure to remove a cone-shaped piece of tissue from the cervix
b) A procedure to remove abnormal cervical tissue
c) A type of radiation therapy for cervical cancer
d) A procedure to examine the cervix using a special microscope

14. Can cervical cancer be prevented by using a condom during sex?

a) Yes, using a condom can reduce the risk of HPV infection and cervical cancer
b) No, using a condom does not protect against all HPV infections
c) It depends on the type of condom used
d) Only if the condom is used correctly and consistently

15. Can cervical cancer be hereditary?

a) Yes, a small percentage of cervical cancers are hereditary
b) No, cervical cancer is not a hereditary disease
c) It depends on the age of the person with cervical cancer
d) It depends on the type of cervical cancer

16. What are the possible complications of cervical cancer?

a) Infertility and early menopause
b) Lymphedema and bladder dysfunction
c) Kidney failure and liver dysfunction
d) All of the above

17. What is the most effective way to detect cervical cancer in its early stages?

a) Pap smear test and HPV test
b) Blood test
c) Physical exam and medical history
d) X-ray

18. What is the most common cause of death in women with cervical cancer?

a) Metastasis to other organs
b) Infection
c) Complications of treatment
d) All of the above

19. What is the survival rate for women with early-stage cervical cancer?

a) 90% or higher
b) 50-70%
c) 30-40%
d) Less than 20%

20. What is the survival rate for women with advanced-stage cervical cancer?

a) Less than 30%
b) 30-50%
c) 50-70%
d) Varies depending on the stage and treatment options