Cancer Pharmacology and Cell Cycle Quiz

Which agent is classified as a Vinca alkaloid?

• Vincristine

• Doxorubicin

• Cyclophosphamide

• Epoetin Alfa

Which of the following is a primary risk for patients with a low WBC count (leukopenia)?

• Infection

• Dehydration

• Constipation

• Hypertension

What laboratory values should be assessed as a baseline before administering antineoplastic drugs?

• Blood glucose and cholesterol

• Complete blood count, liver and renal function tests, serum sodium, and serum bilirubin

• Thyroid function and vitamin D levels

• Platelet count and urinalysis only

Which of the following is an appropriate protective precaution for patients undergoing antineoplastic therapy?

• Hand washing and personal hygiene

• Avoiding all physical activity

• Taking daily naps

• Eating only cooked foods

Why can adverse effects of traditional chemotherapy be life-threatening?

• Because chemotherapy can damage both normal and cancer cells

• Because chemotherapy only targets cancer cells

• Because chemotherapy is always non-toxic

• Because chemotherapy never causes side effects

How do monoclonal antibodies help the immune system fight cancer?

• By marking cancer cells as harmful to the immune system

• By increasing the number of cancer cells

• By suppressing the immune system

• By providing energy to cancer cells

What is a recommended way for patients to promote venous return and avoid deep venous thrombosis (DVT)?

• Avoiding dehydration and smoking cigarettes

• Increasing salt intake

• Taking daily naps

• Wearing tight clothing

Which symptom should patients report immediately as it may indicate a serious side effect?

• Worsening of skin rash

• Mild headache

• Occasional sneezing

• Temporary fatigue

What type of antibody is Rituximab?

• Monoclonal antibody

• Polyclonal antibody

• Recombinant antibody

• Synthetic antibody

Rituximab is commonly used to treat which of the following conditions?

• Type 1 Diabetes

• Follicular CD20-positive B-cell Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphomas

• Asthma

• Osteoporosis