When preparing nurse assignments, the charge nurse on the oncology unit should:

a. instruct each nurse assigned to a client receiving chemotherapy how to administer the clients' medications.
b. assign only registered nurses to provide hygienic care to clients receiving cytotoxic agents.
c. not assign pregnant nurses to care for persons receiving parenteral cytotoxic drugs.
d. be sure a spill kit is available in each client's room that is receiving parenteral cytotoxic agents.


ANS: C

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A Incorrect: It is the responsibility of each nurse for administration of medications to his or her assigned clients.
B Incorrect: This is not feasible or financially possible for most facilities.
C Correct: Pregnant nurses should not come in contact with parenteral cytotoxic agents.
D Incorrect: A spill kit should be available on the nursing unit, not in each client's room.

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