Non-communicable Diseases Answers

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Which is a symptom that is typical in people who have cancer?

A
resistance to insulin
B
sores that do not heal
C
onset of a gluten allergy
D
sensitivity to alcohol
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Which practice can help prevent many diseases?

A
eating foods rich in gluten
B
getting blood transfusions
C
avoiding tobacco products
D
taking calcium supplements
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As treatment for his disease, Ven is avoiding tobacco and alcohol, eating calcium-rich foods, and lifting weights. Which disease is he most likely being treating for?

A
cancer
B
osteoporosis
C
type 2 diabetes
D
cardiovascular disease
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Which is a factor that influences the development of cardiovascular disease?

A
smoking
B
growth of bacteria
C
lack of calcium
D
sun exposure
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Which is a factor that influences the onset of type 2 diabetes?

A
ingestion of gluten
B
presence of microbes
C
alcohol intake
D
insulin resistance
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Which disease has symptoms including fragile bones and a stooped posture?

A
osteoporosis
B
celiac disease
C
type 2 diabetes
D
sickle cell disease
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Which is a symptom that is common in people with Huntington’s disease?

A
pain
B
nausea
C
delayed growth
D
involuntary movement
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Sanji stops exercising and gains several pounds. Which disease is she at risk of developing?

A
celiac disease
B
sickle cell disease
C
Huntington’s disease
D
cardiovascular disease
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Which treatments would most likely be recommended for type 2 diabetes?

A
proper diet
B
radiation
C
transplant
D
calcium supplements
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Heidi has started smoking. Which disease is she at risk of developing?

A
lupus
B
cancer
C
type 2 diabetes
D
sickle cell disease

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