Oral Chemotherapy Best Practices

Questions and Answers

What should you NOT do with pills or capsules of oral chemotherapy or biotherapy?

Break or crush them before taking (correct)

Store them in a cool, dry place

Keep them away from children

Dispose of packaging safely

Why is it important to wash hands before and after handling oral chemotherapy or biotherapy medications?

To remove any residue from the medication

To prevent contamination of the medication (correct)

To ensure the medication is effective

To avoid transferring bacteria to the medication

What is one of the specific precautions you should follow when storing oral chemotherapy drugs?

Keep in the original container (correct)

Use a regular kitchen cabinet for storage

Hide them in a cabinet away from light

Store in a moist area for stability

If you have unused or unneeded medications, what is the recommended action?

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What should you do if your oral chemotherapy drugs have specific storage requirements?

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Study Notes

Oral Chemotherapy and Biotherapy

Oral chemotherapy or biotherapy is administered at home.
These treatments are potent and can be hazardous.
Special precautions are necessary for the storage and handling of these medications.

Handling and Storage Precautions

Follow specific drug-related precautions given by healthcare providers and manufacturers.
Do not break, crush, chew, dissolve, or open pills or capsules.
Keep medication in original containers, in a dry area, and separate from other drugs.
Store medications away from children and pets to prevent accidental ingestion.
Some drugs require particular storage conditions, such as protection from light.

Hygiene and Disposal Instructions

Wash hands before and after handling medications to maintain hygiene.
Never dispose of unused chemotherapy or biotherapy medications in the trash.
Consult a pharmacist for guidance on safe disposal methods.
Discuss any special precautions with the care team related to prescribed oral medications.

Description

This quiz covers the important guidelines for taking oral chemotherapy and biotherapy drugs. It includes storage, handling, and disposal instructions critical for safety. Understand the precautions necessary for effective and safe treatment at home.