A nurse accidentally spills some powdered antineoplastic drugs on the floor when removing them from the storage cabinet. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to clear the drug spill?
A) Display a warning sign in the spill area.
B) Take action to ensure the powder is not spread.
C) Use a vacuum cleaner to clear the spill.
D) Wash the spill area with normal saline.
B
Feedback:
When there is a spill of powdered antineoplastic drugs, the nurse should immediately take measures to prevent spread of the drug. The nurse may also display a warning sign as a secondary safety measure. Using a vacuum cleaner to clear the drug spill may not correct the problem, as fine particles of the powder could still be scattered on the floor. The best way to clean a neoplastic drug spill is to wash the spill area with water and detergent at least three times, and then rinse it with clean water.
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