Case Study #2: Ethan's Medical Case Quiz

What were some of Ethan’s early symptoms?

• High energy levels and clear skin

• Tiredness, pale skin, and unusual bruises

• Increased appetite and weight gain

• Frequent headaches and dizziness

What kind of doctor is a pediatrician?

• A doctor who specializes in heart diseases

• A doctor who specializes in children

• A doctor who specializes in skin conditions

• A doctor who specializes in mental health

What did a physical examination reveal about Ethan?

• Normal lymph nodes and no swelling

• Swollen lymph nodes and a slightly enlarged spleen

• High blood pressure and rapid heartbeat

• Clear lungs and normal heart rate

What is anemia?

• A condition with high red blood cell count

• A condition with low red blood cell count

• A condition with high white blood cell count

• A condition with low white blood cell count

What did the test reveal about Ethan’s white blood cells?

• Normal white blood cell count

• Low white blood cell count

• Abnormally high white blood cell count

• No white blood cells present

What is an oncologist?

• A doctor who specializes in heart diseases

• A doctor who specializes in cancer

• A doctor who specializes in skin conditions

• A doctor who specializes in mental health

What is Ethan’s diagnosis?

• Acute lymphoblastic leukemia

• Chronic myeloid leukemia

• Hodgkin's lymphoma

• Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma

Compare the appearance of normal blood to Ethan’s blood.

• Ethan’s blood has fewer red blood cells and more white blood cells

• Ethan’s blood has more red blood cells and fewer white blood cells

• Ethan’s blood has equal red and white blood cells

• Ethan’s blood has no red blood cells

What is leukemia?

• A type of cancer affecting the skin

• A type of cancer affecting the blood and bone marrow

• A type of cancer affecting the lungs

• A type of cancer affecting the liver

How does leukemia affect the body?

• It strengthens the immune system

• It disrupts the body's ability to carry oxygen, fight infections, and control bleeding

• It improves blood circulation

• It enhances bone strength