NCLEX Question for Interleukin-2

NCLEX Review Question

The drug, Interleukin-2, is an example of which type of biologic response modifier?

a.Cytokine
b.Monoclonal antibodies
c.Retinoids
d.Antimetabolites

Correct Answer: A
Cytokine
Rationale: Other cytokines include interferon alfa and filgrastim.

Monoclonal antibodies
Rationale: Monoclonal antibodies include rituximab, trastuzumab, and gemtuzumab.

Retinoids
Rationale: Retinoic acid is an example of a retinoid.

Antimetabolites
Rationale: Antimetabolites are cell cycle-specific antineoplastic agents.

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