Name two viruses and one type of bacteria that have been associated with cancer development and the types of cancer they cause

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1. Hepatitis: chronic forms of hepatitis B and C are linked to liver cancer.
2. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a major cause of cervical cancer.
3. Helicobacter pylori bacteria are linked to stomach cancer.

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Which of the following is TRUE regarding paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH)?

A) It can be diagnosed by the deficiency of CD55 and CD59 on red blood cells. B) Symptoms include lysis of red blood cells with hemoglobin appearing in the urine and a tendency to develop blood clots. C) Red blood cells are deficient in the complement regulatory proteins DAF (decay accelerating factor) and protectin. D) All of the above.

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Identify and briefly explain two reasons when it may be appropriate to move children from the invariant skill development experiences to dynamic game-like skill development experiences.

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The origin of the levator scapulae muscle is the spinous processes of the seventh cervical and first five thoracic vertebrae.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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This cancer is most prevalent in young females at the end of their long bones. They will also have a 50% chance of recurrence.

a. Osteogenic sarcoma b. Multiple myeloma c. Giant cell tumors

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