How would you explain to your patient the rationale for why they are receiving combination therapy (cytotoxic chemotherapy plus monoclonal antibody/targeted therapy) at a level the patient would understand?

Consider a patient receiving combination therapy, perhaps R-CHOP or AC-TH, that includes BOTH a monoclonal antibody or other targeted therapy along with cytotoxic chemotherapy. Demonstrate your understanding of concepts related to combination therapy that includes a monoclonal antibody or targeted therapy by posting how you would explain the following to the patient at a level (e.g., 5th grade) they would understand.

For this discussion, address EACH of the four following points in your discussion post REMEMBER you are explaining these points to a patient! To earn credit, your post must be at a level the patient can understand (e.g. 5th grade level).
1.What combination therapy regimen are you posting about? (Regimen must include BOTH a monoclonal antibody/targeted therapy plus cytotoxic chemotherapy)
2.How would you explain to your patient the rationale for why they are receiving combination therapy (cytotoxic chemotherapy plus monoclonal antibody/targeted therapy) at a level the patient would understand?
3.How do monoclonal antibodies differ from chemotherapy?
4.What are some important points to discuss with the patient regarding this therapy? Be sure to list 2 key teaching points for EACH agent in the regimen.