Pharmacological interventions and patient education in oncology and infectious diseases Quiz
Test your knowledge on chemotherapy, antiretrovirals, patient education, and more in oncology and infectious diseases pharmacology.
#1
Which of the following is a common side effect of chemotherapy?
Hair loss
Increased appetite
Decreased heart rate
Improved mood
#2
Which medication is commonly used to treat bacterial infections?
Aspirin
Amoxicillin
Ibuprofen
Acetaminophen
#3
What is the primary purpose of patient education in oncology and infectious diseases?
To improve patient outcomes
To increase healthcare costs
To confuse patients
To discourage patients from seeking treatment
#4
Which of the following is NOT a common method of administering chemotherapy?
Oral pills
Intravenous infusion
Topical cream
Intramuscular injection
#5
Which of the following is a common side effect of immunotherapy in cancer treatment?
Hair loss
Fatigue
Increased appetite
Joint pain
#6
Which class of drugs is commonly used for the treatment of hepatitis C?
Antibiotics
Antivirals
Antifungals
Antimalarials
#7
Which of the following is a common side effect of radiation therapy in cancer treatment?
Hair loss
Increased energy levels
Improved appetite
Decreased blood pressure
#8
What is the mechanism of action of antiretroviral drugs used in HIV/AIDS treatment?
They kill the virus directly
They prevent the virus from replicating
They boost the immune system
They prevent transmission to others
#9
What is the primary goal of using combination therapy in oncology?
To reduce treatment costs
To increase side effects
To improve treatment efficacy
To shorten treatment duration
#10
Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of antiretroviral therapy in HIV/AIDS?
Nausea
Diarrhea
Weight gain
Headache
#11
What is the role of pharmacogenomics in oncology and infectious diseases?
To determine the best treatment based on a patient's genetic makeup
To reduce the cost of medications
To increase the severity of side effects
To speed up the recovery process
#12
What is the primary purpose of using combination antiretroviral therapy (cART) in HIV/AIDS treatment?
To cure the infection
To prevent transmission to others
To reduce the viral load
To improve quality of life
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