A client is receiving a cell-cycle-specific medication for the treatment of leukemia. How should these medications be delivered in order to kill the most cancer cells?

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Cell-cycle-specific medications target cells that are actively dividing. Dividing cells go through various stages, including G1, S, G2, and M phases. By dividing the medication into frequent doses, the medication can target the cells in various phases of the cell cycle, resulting in more cancer cells being killed. In contrast, a single dose or infrequent doses may not target all the phases of the cell cycle as effectively. A large, one-time dose may also cause severe side effects and toxicity. Therefore, divided, frequent doses are the best choice for killing the most cancer cells while minimizing side effects.

A Client Is Receiving a Cell-Cycle-Specific Medication for the Treatment