Quiz: Infection and Neutropenia During Cancer Treatment

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1. Q1.According to this article, what is neutropenia?

   AA condition in which there is a low number of neutrophilsBA buildup of lymph fluid in the bodyCA low number of red blood cellsDA change in the sense of taste

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2. Q2.According to this article, why can treatments like chemotherapy raise the risk of infection?

   AThey increase the number of plateletsBThey lower the number of white blood cells that fight infectionCThey make the skin thickerDThey raise blood pressure

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3. Q3.According to this article, which of these is a sign of infection to watch for?

   AFeeling more rested than usualBA slower heartbeatCA fever of 100.5 degrees F (38 degrees C) or higherDClearer skin

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4. Q4.According to this article, what does it describe as a way to help prevent infection?

   ASpending time in crowdsBSkipping hand washingCEating undercooked meatDWashing your hands often and well

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