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What is the main focus of extravasations management?
What is the main focus of extravasations management?
- Administering drugs slowly
- Applying cold compresses
- Preventing extravasation (correct)
- Treating local irritation and inflammation
Which of the following drugs can cause severe burning sensation and progress into necrosis if extravasated?
Which of the following drugs can cause severe burning sensation and progress into necrosis if extravasated?
- Etoposide
- Oxaliplatin
- Cisplatin
- Paclitaxel (correct)
What should be verified by personnel after injecting 1-2 ml of drug to prevent extravasation?
What should be verified by personnel after injecting 1-2 ml of drug to prevent extravasation?
- Increase the drug dosage
- Check for allergic reactions
- Verify needle stability & blood flow return (correct)
- Verify the drug expiration date
Which drug can be given as an IV infusion if extravasation occurs to reduce skin ulcers?
Which drug can be given as an IV infusion if extravasation occurs to reduce skin ulcers?
Which type of drugs cause local irritation, pain, and inflammation if extravasated?
Which type of drugs cause local irritation, pain, and inflammation if extravasated?
What is the role of Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO) in treating extravasation?
What is the role of Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO) in treating extravasation?
What is recommended for males to address the late complication of fertility and teratogenicity after alkylating agent chemotherapy?
What is recommended for males to address the late complication of fertility and teratogenicity after alkylating agent chemotherapy?
Which late complication can result in a patient developing tumors years after chemotherapy or radiotherapy?
Which late complication can result in a patient developing tumors years after chemotherapy or radiotherapy?
Which medication can lead to the late complication of acute myeloid leukemia among others?
Which medication can lead to the late complication of acute myeloid leukemia among others?
Which chemotherapy agent is associated with the development of Raynaud's Syndrome as a late complication?
Which chemotherapy agent is associated with the development of Raynaud's Syndrome as a late complication?
What late complication can occur after the use of temsirolimus?
What late complication can occur after the use of temsirolimus?
What is the usual timeframe for hair loss to begin after one chemotherapy treatment?
What is the usual timeframe for hair loss to begin after one chemotherapy treatment?
Which chemotherapeutic agent is NOT mentioned as a cause of alopecia?
Which chemotherapeutic agent is NOT mentioned as a cause of alopecia?
What type of hypersensitivity reactions occur with all chemotherapy agents except nitrosureas and dactinomycin?
What type of hypersensitivity reactions occur with all chemotherapy agents except nitrosureas and dactinomycin?
Which medication should be used for prevention of hypersensitivity reactions due to the release of cremophor?
Which medication should be used for prevention of hypersensitivity reactions due to the release of cremophor?
When should dexamethasone be administered to prevent hypersensitivity reactions with docetaxel therapy?
When should dexamethasone be administered to prevent hypersensitivity reactions with docetaxel therapy?
What is extravasation in the context of chemotherapy?
What is extravasation in the context of chemotherapy?
What is the purpose of applying warm compresses in extravasation treatment?
What is the purpose of applying warm compresses in extravasation treatment?
Which drug is commonly associated with Hyperpigmentation as a dermatologic toxicity?
Which drug is commonly associated with Hyperpigmentation as a dermatologic toxicity?
What is the purpose of using Thiosulfate in chemotherapy?
What is the purpose of using Thiosulfate in chemotherapy?
Which chemotherapy agent is associated with Palmar-Plantar Erythrodysesthesia (Hand-foot syndrome)?
Which chemotherapy agent is associated with Palmar-Plantar Erythrodysesthesia (Hand-foot syndrome)?
What is the main consequence of giving chemotherapy concurrently with radiation therapy?
What is the main consequence of giving chemotherapy concurrently with radiation therapy?
Which side effect is associated with exposure to UV light while on 5-FU chemotherapy?
Which side effect is associated with exposure to UV light while on 5-FU chemotherapy?
