Neoplasia Learning Objectives and Cancer Risk Factors
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What is the mechanism of action of vincristine?

  • Blocks synthesis of thymine
  • Interferes with DNA repair
  • Inhibits topoisomerase II
  • Binds tubulin and inhibits microtubule formation in mitosis (correct)

Which side effect is commonly associated with antimetabolites?

  • Alopecia
  • Malaise (correct)
  • Organ toxicity
  • Mucositis

What is the main function of tamoxifen in cancer treatment?

  • Induce immune response
  • Block synthesis of thymine
  • Inhibit DNA repair
  • Bind and block estrogen receptor (correct)

Which chemotherapy drug is associated with inducing infertility?

<p>Doxorubicin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of T-VEC in cancer treatment?

<p>Replicates within tumour cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of chemotherapy is indicated for hormone-sensitive cancers?

<p>Hormonal chemotherapy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Myelosuppression' is a common side effect associated with which type of chemotherapy?

<p>Antimetabolites (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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