What guidelines should the nurse follow when handling chemotherapeutic agents?
a. Use clean technique.
b. Prepare medications in a safety cabinet.
c. Wear gloves designed for handling chemotherapy.
d. Wear face and eye protection when splashing is possible.
e. Discard gloves and protective clothing in a special container.
ANS: B, C, D, E
Safe handling of chemotherapeutic agents includes preparing medications in a safety cabinet, wearing gloves designed for handling chemotherapy, wearing face and eye protection when splashing is possible, and discarding gloves and protective clothing in a special container. Aseptic, not clean, technique should be used.
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