A 40-Year-Old Female Developed Adenocarcinoma of the Vagina

question 3

Multiple Choice

A 40-year-old female developed adenocarcinoma of the vagina. Which of the following is the most likely cause of her cancer?

• A) Rb gene mutation
• B) Prenatal exposure to DES
• C) Prenatal exposure to solvents
• D) Prenatal exposure to radiation

---

Definitions:

Dying with Dignity

The concept of experiencing a death that respects the desires, values, and medical preferences of the person concerned, often involving palliative care and support.

Experience

The knowledge or practical wisdom gained from what one has observed, encountered, or undergone.

Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

A Swiss-American psychiatrist noted for her work on death and dying, famously developing the five stages of grief model.

Reaction to Death

The emotional, psychological, and physical responses that individuals may experience following the death of a loved one.