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NCLEX questions on chemotherapy drugs Questions
Question 1 of 5
The following is true concerning oral contraceptives:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Estrogen in oral contraceptives can cause depression. They’re contraindicated in liver disease, minipills have lower thromboembolism risk (not none), cervical mucus thickens (not alkalizes), and medroxyprogesterone lasts ~3 months.
Question 2 of 5
The following is used in acromegaly & in hyperprolactinemia:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Bromocriptine (D2 agonist) reduces GH in acromegaly and prolactin in hyperprolactinemia. Octreotide treats acromegaly but not hyperprolactinemia.
Question 3 of 5
The penicillin G preparation with the longest duration of action is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Benzathine penicillin G has the longest duration (weeks) due to its slow-release intramuscular formulation, ideal for syphilis.
Question 4 of 5
The drug of choice in patients allergic to penicillin is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Erythromycin (macrolide) is a common alternative for penicillin-allergic patients, unlike β-lactams (imipenem, cefazolin, meropenem) which risk cross-reactivity.
Question 5 of 5
A patient on antibacterial therapy has to do an operation in which a skeletal muscle relaxant may be used. He will be at risk if this antimicrobial is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Aminoglycosides (e.g., gentamicin) potentiate neuromuscular blockade, risking respiratory depression with muscle relaxants.