Radiation Oncology questions with correct answers

What is the purpose of radiation therapy? To treat benign conditions To cure cancer Palliative care for cancer All of the above - Answer all of the above What is a role for a radiation therapist? - Answer Treatment simulation and delivery What percentage of diagnosed cancer cases use is Radiation Therapy within their treatment plan? - Answer 50% Teletherapy is an example of what type of treatment? - Answer external Which other modality is utilized when using the BAT system for prostate treatment? - Answer ultrasound What is the gamma knife treatment predominately used for? - Answer brain tumors What is the most important factor of palliative treatment? - Answer control pain Radiation therapy is most commonly used - Answer after surgery