Skin Cancer Recognition Quiz

What is the main risk factor for all skin cancers?

• Exposure to ultraviolet radiation

• Exposure to asbestos

• Exposure to pesticides

• Exposure to lead

Which type of skin cancer has the highest global incidences?

• Keratinocyte carcinoma

• Squamous cell carcinoma

• Melanoma

• Basal cell carcinoma

What is the main risk factor for melanoma and keratinocyte carcinomas?

• Exposure to radiation

• Exposure to air pollution

• Exposure to ultraviolet radiation

• Smoking

What is the most common cancer amongst Caucasian populations?

• Basal cell carcinoma

• Squamous cell carcinoma

• Keratinocyte carcinoma

• Melanoma

What is the main risk factor for squamous cell carcinomas?

• Exposure to asbestos

• Cumulative UV exposure

• Exposure to lead

• Intermittent UV exposure

Which subtype of melanoma is known for its pigmented skin lesion that has changed in size, shape, or color?

• Lentigo maligna

• Acral lentiginous melanoma

• Superficial spreading melanoma

• Nodular melanoma

What is the classic presentation of nodular melanomas?

• Firm, symmetrical, evenly pigmented papules or nodules

• Flat, pigmented lesion

• Large pigmented macule

• Erythematous, scaly plaques

What is the classic presentation of lentigo maligna?

• Slow-growing precursor pigmented macule

• Pigmented macule

• Erythematous, scaly plaques

• Firm, symmetrical, evenly pigmented papules or nodules

What is the classic presentation of acral lentiginous melanomas?

• Large pigmented macule

• Erythematous, scaly plaques

• Domed, fast-growing nodules with a central hyperkeratotic region

• Firm, symmetrical, evenly pigmented papules or nodules

What is the main recommendation for managing suspected melanomas?

• Referral via urgent suspected cancer pathway

• Excision in primary care

• Routine referral for risk estimation

• No referral required