Diseases in the modern world #567498 - Prove ed esercizi Zanichelli

Stage 3 of Parkinson

What happens in stage 3 of Parkinson's disease progression?

A: Mild tremors begin

B: Balance becomes severely compromised

C: Patients develop speech difficulties

D: Patients require full-time care

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Heart Attack Causes and Symptoms

________ occurs when a blood clot blocks the coronary artery, cutting off oxygen to the heart muscle.
________ is a common warning symptom of a heart attack, often felt as chest pressure.
An ________ procedure can be used to open blocked arteries and restore blood flow to the heart.
________ is a key risk factor for heart disease, often associated with an unhealthy diet and lack of exercise.
A heart attack can lead to ________, which refers to irregular heart rhythms.

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Therapy for Parkinson

Which therapy is commonly used to improve mobility and posture in Parkinson's patients?

A: Radiation therapy

B: Physical therapy

C: Chemotherapy

D: Antibiotic treatment

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Parkinson

What is the primary cause of Parkinson's disease symptoms?

A: The loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain

B: Excessive glucose in the blood

C: Vitamin deficiency

D: High cholesterol levels

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Infection-Related Cancers

Which type of cancer is caused by infections from HPV?

A: Lung cancer

B: Cervical cancer

C: Colon cancer

D: Brain cancer

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Symptom of Parkinson

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Parkinson's disease?

A: Tremors

B: Muscle rigidity

C: Memory loss

D: Loss of balance

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Treatment for movement difficulties in Parkinson

Which treatment helps compensate for movement difficulties in Parkinson's disease?

A: Surgery

B: Physical therapy

C: Drug therapy restoring dopamine levels

D: All of the above

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Diabetes Symptoms

Which of the following is a symptom of diabetes?

A: Blurry vision

B: High blood pressure

C: Low cholesterol

D: Excessive weight gain

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Characteristic of cancer

What is the main characteristic of cancer?

A: Abnormal cells multiplying uncontrollably

B: Cells dying too quickly

C: Increased oxygen flow in tissues

D: The body producing excess antibodies

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Cancer Prevention Strategies

Which of the following is NOT a method of cancer prevention?

A: Smoking regularly

B: Maintaining a healthy body weight

C: Reducing alcohol consumption

D: Getting vaccinated against HPV and Hepatitis B

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Cancer Development and Spread

What is metastasis?

A: Cancer cells spreading to other organs

B: Cancer cells dying on their own

C: A condition that makes the immune system stronger

D: A type of viral infection

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Type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is primarily caused by:

A: A bacterial infection

B: A lack of exercise

C: An autoimmune reaction

D: Eating excessive sugar

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Type 2 diabetes

Which factor increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes?

A: Low blood pressure

B: Being physically inactive

C: Drinking large amounts of water

D: Having low blood sugar levels

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Hormones and Blood Sugar Regulation

Which hormone lowers blood sugar levels?

A: Glucagon

B: Insulin

C: Adrenaline

D: Cortisol

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Reversible Forms of Diabetes

Which of the following conditions is potentially reversible?

A: Type 1 diabetes

B: Type 2 diabetes

C: Gestational diabetes

D: All types of diabetes

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Neurodegenerative Diseases and Dementia

A: Neurodegenerative diseases are characterized by a progressive loss of nervous system function

B: Dementia is a single disease rather than an umbrella term for multiple conditions.

C: Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia.

D: Neurodegenerative diseases only affect people over the age of 65.

E: Vascular dementia is caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, leading to cognitive decline.

F: Lewy body dementia is associated with abnormal protein deposits in the brain that affect thinking and movement.

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