Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) Practice Exam

Which member of the cancer committee cannot fulfill the role of community outreach coordinator for the cancer committee?

1. Cancer liaison physician

2. Cancer program community outreach staff

3. Cancer registrar

4. Quality management representative

The correct answer is: Cancer registrar

The cancer registrar typically focuses on the collection, management, and analysis of cancer data, including coding and abstracting information from medical records. This role is primarily administrative and data-centric, with an emphasis on accuracy and compliance in cancer registry activities. On the other hand, the community outreach coordinator is responsible for engaging with the community, developing educational programs, and promoting cancer awareness and prevention. This role requires interpersonal skills and a focus on outreach initiatives rather than data management. The other members listed, such as the cancer liaison physician, community outreach staff, and quality management representative, either have direct experience with community engagement or have a role that can involve communication with the public about cancer-related matters. Thus, they have the relevant expertise or responsibilities that enable them to effectively fulfill the outreach role. The cancer registrar's primary focus and skill set do not align with the functions required for community outreach, making them the member who cannot effectively serve in that capacity.