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Psychopharmacology of Cancer and Palliative Care

Description: Psychopharmacology of Cancer and Palliative Care Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of cancer that can be managed with psychopharmacological interventions?

  1. Anxiety

  2. Depression

  3. Nausea and vomiting

  4. Insomnia

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nausea and vomiting are typically managed with antiemetics, not psychopharmacological interventions.

Which class of antidepressants is generally considered to be the first-line treatment for depression in cancer patients?

  1. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

  2. Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs)

  3. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

  4. Bupropion

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

SSRIs are generally considered to be the first-line treatment for depression in cancer patients due to their favorable side effect profile and efficacy.

Which of the following is a common side effect of TCAs that can be particularly problematic in cancer patients?

  1. Anticholinergic effects (e.g., dry mouth, constipation)

  2. Sedation

  3. Weight gain

  4. Cardiotoxicity

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cardiotoxicity is a potential side effect of TCAs that can be particularly problematic in cancer patients, who may already have compromised cardiac function.

Which of the following is a potential benefit of using MAOIs in cancer patients?

  1. They are less likely to interact with other medications.

  2. They are more effective than other antidepressants in treating depression in cancer patients.

  3. They have a lower risk of side effects.

  4. They can help to improve appetite.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

MAOIs can help to improve appetite, which can be a problem in cancer patients.

Which of the following is a potential risk of using MAOIs in cancer patients?

  1. They can cause orthostatic hypotension.

  2. They can interact with a number of foods and medications.

  3. They can cause seizures.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

MAOIs can cause orthostatic hypotension, interact with a number of foods and medications, and cause seizures.

Which of the following is a common symptom of cancer that can be managed with antipsychotics?

  1. Delirium

  2. Agitation

  3. Psychosis

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Delirium, agitation, and psychosis are all common symptoms of cancer that can be managed with antipsychotics.

Which of the following is a potential side effect of antipsychotics that can be particularly problematic in cancer patients?

  1. Sedation

  2. Orthostatic hypotension

  3. QTc prolongation

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sedation, orthostatic hypotension, and QTc prolongation are all potential side effects of antipsychotics that can be particularly problematic in cancer patients.

Which of the following is a potential benefit of using benzodiazepines in cancer patients?

  1. They can help to relieve anxiety.

  2. They can help to improve sleep.

  3. They can help to control seizures.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Benzodiazepines can help to relieve anxiety, improve sleep, and control seizures.

Which of the following is a potential risk of using benzodiazepines in cancer patients?

  1. They can cause sedation.

  2. They can impair cognitive function.

  3. They can increase the risk of falls.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Benzodiazepines can cause sedation, impair cognitive function, and increase the risk of falls.

Which of the following is a potential benefit of using psychostimulants in cancer patients?

  1. They can help to improve fatigue.

  2. They can help to improve cognitive function.

  3. They can help to improve mood.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Psychostimulants can help to improve fatigue, cognitive function, and mood.

Which of the following is a potential risk of using psychostimulants in cancer patients?

  1. They can cause anxiety.

  2. They can cause insomnia.

  3. They can increase the risk of cardiovascular events.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Psychostimulants can cause anxiety, insomnia, and increase the risk of cardiovascular events.

Which of the following is a potential benefit of using cannabinoids in cancer patients?

  1. They can help to relieve pain.

  2. They can help to improve nausea and vomiting.

  3. They can help to improve appetite.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cannabinoids can help to relieve pain, improve nausea and vomiting, and improve appetite.

Which of the following is a potential risk of using cannabinoids in cancer patients?

  1. They can cause sedation.

  2. They can impair cognitive function.

  3. They can increase the risk of falls.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Cannabinoids can cause sedation, impair cognitive function, and increase the risk of falls.

Which of the following is a potential benefit of using complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies in cancer patients?

  1. They can help to improve quality of life.

  2. They can help to reduce symptoms of cancer and cancer treatment.

  3. They can help to improve survival.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CAM therapies can help to improve quality of life, reduce symptoms of cancer and cancer treatment, and improve survival.

Which of the following is a potential risk of using CAM therapies in cancer patients?

  1. They can interact with conventional cancer treatments.

  2. They can cause side effects.

  3. They can delay or interfere with conventional cancer treatments.

  4. All of the above.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

CAM therapies can interact with conventional cancer treatments, cause side effects, and delay or interfere with conventional cancer treatments.

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