Chapter 2, Problem 2RE

A.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The effect of ionizing radiation in eradicating the tumor cells

Introduction: The tendons are the connective tissue that attaches muscle to the bone. They help in the movement of the limbs and various parts of the body. The severing of tendon can result in the tear. When muscles contract the tendons pull the bones to result in the movement like lifting a finger, arm or leg.

B.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The significance of divided doses of radiation rather than one large dose.

Introduction: Cancer can be defined as the uncontrolled growth and proliferation of cells that compete with the normal cells for nutrition, space and eventually cause the death of normal cells. Cancer can be of different types depending upon the type of cells, organ affected and stage. The spreading of cancer to other places in the body is called metastasis..

C.

Summary Introduction

To determine: The cause of irritation and redness on the radiation site.

Introduction: Psoriasis is one of the most common skin diseases which is marked by the increased immune response, epidermal proliferation that is silvery-red in colour. It is accompanied by pain, itching and sometimes bleeding. Larger areas of skin such as in elbow, knees, scalp and buttocks may be involved.