A nurse spills some liquid antineoplastic drug on the unit floor. What should the nurse do to avoid self-contamination with the antineoplastic drug?
A) Cover the drug spill with a disposable paper pad
B) Pour a disinfectant on the drug spill
C) Pour a 70% alcohol solution over the drug spill
D) Avoid cleaning the spill area with water
C
Feedback:
The nurse should pour a 70% alcohol solution over the antineoplastic drug spill to inactivate the drug. Nurses cover the drug preparation area, not the spill area, with a disposable paper pad and wear surgical latex to reduce the potential of skin contact and inhalation of drug powder. Pouring disinfectant on the drug spill is inappropriate. The spill area should be cleaned with detergent and water at least three times, and then rinsed with clean water.
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