Research on the Relationship Between Personality Traits and Cancer Risk

question 145

Multiple Choice

Research on the relationship between personality traits and cancer risk indicates that

• A)a Type A personality is a significant risk factor in the development of cancer.
• B)having a pessimistic approach to life increases a person's chances of developing cancer.
• C)personality traits are only a risk factor for certain types of cancer.
• D)there is no link between personality and how prone a person is to develop cancer.

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Definitions:

Endocardium

Innermost layer of the heart, including endothelium and connective tissue.

Semilunar Valve

Valves located at the bases of the aorta and the pulmonary artery that prevent the backflow of blood into the ventricles of the heart during contraction.

Pulmonary Vein

One of the veins that carry blood from the lungs to the left atrium of the heart.

Coronary Sinus

A large vein on the posterior side of the heart that collects blood from the heart muscle and empties it into the right atrium.