Chemotherapy: An Overview

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What type of cells does chemotherapy kill?

Neither cancer or healthy cells
Only cancer cells
Only healthy cells
Both cancer and healthy cells (correct)

How many registered nurses (RNs) are required to check chemotherapy medications and calculations?

None
One
Three
Two (correct)

What kind of protective equipment is required when administering chemotherapy?

Standard mask
Standard gloves
Special PPE (correct)
No special equipment is needed

What is a recommended consideration for women before initiating chemotherapy treatment if they desire to have children in the future?

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How should individuals undergoing chemotherapy handle bodily fluids?

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Chemotherapy

Treatment that uses powerful chemicals to kill rapidly growing cells in the body; affects both cancer and healthy cells.

Chemotherapy Checks

Due to the potent nature of chemotherapy drugs, two registered nurses (RNs) are required to verify medication orders and calculations.

Chemotherapy PPE

Special Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required when administering chemotherapy to protect healthcare workers from exposure.

Chemotherapy Excretion

Chemotherapy drugs are excreted through body fluids; precautions should be taken to avoid exposure.

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Fertility Preservation

Consider options like egg freezing (for women) and sperm banking (for men) before starting chemotherapy, to preserve the possibility of having children in the future.

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Study Notes

Chemotherapy eliminates both cancerous and healthy cells.
Administration necessitates verification of medications and calculations by two registered nurses along with the use of specialized personal protective equipment (PPE), and informed consent.
Chemotherapy drugs are excreted through bodily fluids, so hygiene measures such as thorough washing, practicing safe sex, and using separate bathrooms are necessary to prevent exposure.
Before starting therapy, women may consider freezing their eggs, and men may opt for sperm banking to preserve the option of having children later.

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Chemotherapy destroys both cancerous and healthy cells, requiring rigorous verification and specialized PPE during administration. Excretion of drugs through bodily fluids necessitates strict hygiene. Fertility preservation options like egg freezing or sperm banking should be considered before starting therapy.