Questions and Answers
How long does it typically take for the body to eliminate most chemotherapy and biotherapy drugs?
What precaution should pregnant women take regarding body fluids from patients receiving chemotherapy or biotherapy?
Which of the following is a recommended step for handling body fluids safely after a patient with chemotherapy uses the toilet?
What should be done with linens or clothing that have come into contact with body fluids?
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What is the advisable method for disposing of disposable undergarments that have been exposed to body fluids?
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Study Notes
Safety Concerns with Chemotherapy and Biotherapy
- Chemotherapy and biotherapy drugs are hazardous to handlers, contacts, and the environment.
- Safety rules are essential to minimize exposure risks for both individuals and their surroundings.
Handling Body Fluids and Waste
- The body takes 48 to 72 hours to eliminate most chemotherapy and biotherapy drugs.
- Drug waste is primarily excreted through body fluids: urine, stool, tears, sweat, vomit, semen, and vaginal fluids.
- Contact with drug waste can lead to skin irritation or harm.
Recommendations to Ensure Safety
- Pregnant women must avoid contact with any body fluids from patients.
- Children should use a separate toilet when possible to prevent exposure.
- Always close the toilet lid and flush twice after use to contain contaminated fluids.
- Handwashing with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds is essential after toilet use.
- If body fluids contaminate surfaces, use gloves to clean with soap and water.
- When using disposable undergarments, wash exposed skin immediately and bag undergarments in two plastic bags before disposal.
Laundry and Cleaning Protocols
- Exposed skin should be washed thoroughly with soap and water after contact with body fluids.
- Linens or clothing contaminated with body fluids should be washed separately.
- Wash contaminated items in warm water with regular laundry detergent.
- If immediate washing is not possible, place contaminated items in a plastic bag until they can be laundered.
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This quiz covers the safety protocols and recommendations for handling chemotherapy and biotherapy drugs. Learn about the proper measures to take when coming into contact with these hazardous substances and the disposal of body fluids and waste associated with them.
