A Researcher Wants to Identify Lifestyle Factors That Increase the Risk

question 6

Multiple Choice

A researcher wants to identify lifestyle factors that increase the risk of stomach cancer in men.His study design involves enrolling 250 adult men who have stomach cancer,and 250 men who are cancer-free,but have similar characteristics and backgrounds as the men who have stomach cancer.The researcher collects and analyzes information about each participant's lifestyle.Based on this information,what kind of study is the researcher conducting?

• A)Case-control study
• B)Cohort study
• C)Experimental study
• D)In vivo study

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Definitions:

Anterior Iliac Spine

A bony projection on the upper portion of the iliac bone in the pelvis, serving as an attachment point for ligaments and muscles.

Lordosis

Increased lumbar curvature.

Lumbar Spine

The lower part of the spine consisting of five vertebrae (L1-L5) that support much of the upper body’s weight and provide flexibility and movement.

Anterior Convex

A description of a curvature or surface that bulges outward toward the front.