Chemotherapeutic agents are administered by which of the following methods?
A. Cycles of intensive treatment followed by a recovery period are used.
B. Low doses are given continuously over a long period.
C. High doses are given continuously over a long period.
D. A high initial dose is given, followed by a lower maintenance dose.
Answer: A
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