Childhood Cancers Quiz

What is the most common type of cancer in children?

• Bone cancer

• Leukemia

• Brain cancer

• Lymphoma

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of leukemia?

• Pallor

• Increased appetite

• Fatigue

• Frequent infections

What diagnostic test is definitive for diagnosing leukemia?

• Lumbar puncture

• MRI scan

• Bone biopsy

• Complete blood count (CBC)

Which type of lymphoma is characterized by the presence of Reed-Sternberg cells?

• Follicular lymphoma

• Burkitt's lymphoma

• Hodgkin's lymphoma

• Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma

Where does Hodgkin's lymphoma typically start?

• Liver

• Lymph nodes of the chest, neck, or armpits

• Bone marrow

• Spleen

Which imaging technique is NOT typically used to check for the spread of lymphoma?

• Ultrasound

• PET scan

• MRI

• CT scan

How are red blood cells, normal white blood cells, and platelets affected by leukemia?

• They fluctuate

• They decrease

• They remain unchanged

• They increase

Why might a leukemia patient experience pallor and fatigue?

• Due to dehydration

• Due to anemia

• Due to high platelet count

• Due to increased white blood cells

Which type of lymphoma is more common?

• Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma

• Follicular lymphoma

• Burkitt's lymphoma

• Hodgkin's lymphoma

What is a common treatment option for both leukemia and lymphoma?

• Surgery

• Chemotherapy

• Physical therapy

• Antibiotics