Which medications are biologic response modifier (BRM) drugs? (Select all that apply.)
a. Interleukins
b. Colony-stimulating factors
c. Monoclonal antibodies
d. Cyclosporines
e. Gene therapies
A, B, C, E
Cyclosporines are drugs that are used to prevent tissue transplant rejection and are considered a carcinogen for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. In addition to the BRM listed, vaccines are also a BRM.
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a. ongoing counseling. b. evidence collection. c. health examinations. d. psychological counseling. e. treatment if needed.
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