A patient is to have chemotherapy provided to target the G1 phase of the cell cycle. Which medications should the nurse expect to be prescribed for this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. Cisplatin
2. Prednisone
3. Methotrexate
4. Mercaptopurine
5. Nitrogen mustard
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 5
Cisplatin is a miscellaneous medication provided during the G1 phase of the cell cycle. Prednisone is a hormone provided during the G1 phase of the cell cycle. Nitrogen mustard is an alkylating agents prescribed during the G1 phase of the cell cycle. Methotrexate and mercaptopurine are antimetabolites used during the S phase of the cell cycle.
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