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Which abbreviation is often used for chemotherapy?
Which abbreviation is often used for chemotherapy?
- CHT
- CTX
- CTx (correct)
- CT
What is the purpose of palliative chemotherapy?
What is the purpose of palliative chemotherapy?
- To reduce symptoms
- To prolong life (correct)
- To inhibit mitosis
- To cure cancer
Which discipline is specifically devoted to pharmacotherapy for cancer?
Which discipline is specifically devoted to pharmacotherapy for cancer?
- Chemotherapy
- Surgical oncology
- Medical oncology (correct)
- Radiation therapy
What does chemotherapy primarily target within cells?
What does chemotherapy primarily target within cells?
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What type of drugs are used in chemotherapy?
What type of drugs are used in chemotherapy?
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Study Notes
Chemotherapy Abbreviation
- Chemo is often used as an abbreviation for chemotherapy.
Purpose of Palliative Chemotherapy
- The purpose of palliative chemotherapy is to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life of cancer patients, rather than to cure the cancer.
Discipline Devoted to Pharmacotherapy
- Oncopharmacology is the discipline specifically devoted to pharmacotherapy for cancer.
Target of Chemotherapy
- Chemotherapy primarily targets DNA and the cell division process within cells.
Type of Drugs Used
- Chemotherapy uses cytotoxic drugs, which are designed to kill cancer cells or slow their growth.
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Test your knowledge on chemotherapy and its use in cancer treatment with this informative quiz. Learn about different chemotherapeutic agents, treatment regimens, and the goals of chemotherapy.
