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NCLEX questions on chemotherapy drugs Questions
Question 1 of 5
The drug of choice for vaginal trichomoniasis in a non-pregnant woman is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metronidazole is the drug of choice for trichomoniasis, targeting the protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis.
Question 2 of 5
Grey baby syndrome is a reported complication of:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Chloramphenicol causes grey baby syndrome in neonates due to immature liver metabolism.
Question 3 of 5
All the following drugs have cross sensitivity with penicillin, EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Clarithromycin, a macrolide, does not cross-react with penicillin, unlike the beta-lactams listed.
Question 4 of 5
Metronidazole is NOT useful in the treatment of:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metronidazole is ineffective against malaria, which requires antimalarial drugs.
Question 5 of 5
Which one of the following antiviral drugs is effective against hepatitis B and C infections:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Interferon is effective against hepatitis B and C.