Post-test

Advances in Systemic Therapy for Colorectal Cancer

Post Test
A score of 70% must be achieved to receive continuing education credits.

1.

Due to earlier diagnosis through screening and better treatment modalities, deaths from colon cancer have decreased in the past 30 years.
True
False

2.

Stages I to III are curable and some Stage IV can be cured.
True
False

3.

The future of treatments for colon and other cancers will be based on the patient’s genetic polymorphisms.
True
False

4.

Epidermal growth factor (EGFR) is one of several pathways that appear to be integral for cells to metastasize and spread.
True
False

5.

EGFR therapies are indicated for use in patients with EGFR positive tumors in spite of studies showing tumor status is not predictive of response.
True
False

6.

Even though there are severe adverse effects with vascular endothelial growth factors (VEGF) inhibitors, this therapy is considered first and second line for use with chemotherapy.
True
False

7.

When determining coverage of colon cancer treatments, managed care organizations should follow the NCCN guidelines. hours.
True
False

Activity Evaluation

Please rate this activity on the following scale:
4 - Excellent 3 - Good 2 - Fair 1 - Poor

Due to the content of this activity, I will change my practice patterns by:

	Reviewing coverage plans for the treatment of colon cancer
	Providing appropriate education to our providers on NCCN guidelines
	Encouraging screening for colon cancer
	My practice patterns will not change

Continuing education implies quality improvement in behavior. As part of our quality improvement process, NAMCP/AAMCN will contact you 6 months from your post test submission to monitor change.