In Certain Cancers,radiation Can Only Prevent Cell Growth and Reduce

question 89

Multiple Choice

In certain cancers,radiation can only prevent cell growth and reduce pain,pressure,and bleeding but not provide complete tumor destruction; this is called:

• A) IRT
• B) ERT
• C) curative
• D) the palliative effect

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Definitions:

Difference Threshold

The smallest amount of change needed in a stimulus for it to be detected as noticeably different from a reference stimulus.

Intensity

The degree or magnitude of strength, force, energy, or feeling in a given situation or process.

Priming

The process by which exposure to a stimulus influences a response to a later stimulus, often without conscious guidance or intention.

Absolute Thresholds

The minimum intensity of a stimulus that one can perceive, meaning the lowest level at which an individual can experience a sensation.