A large number of antineoplastic medications are absorbed through what route?
1. Fecal/oral
2. Skin and mucous membranes
3. Respiratory
4. Hair follicles
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Antineoplastic medications are not absorbed via the fecal/oral route.
Rationale 2: Antineoplastic medications are absorbed via skin and mucous membranes.
Rationale 3: Antineoplastic medications are not absorbed through respiratory secretions.
Rationale 4: Antineoplastic medications are not absorbed via hair follicles.
Global Rationale: A large number of antineoplastic medications are absorbed through the skin and mucous membranes, so the person preparing and administering them is at risk for absorbing them. They are not easily absorbed through the fecal/oral, respiratory, or hair follicle routes.
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