Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration Exam with 100% verified answers

Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration Exam with 100% verified answers Hematologic cancer (blood cancer) -Correct Answer--cancer that begins in bone marrow or immune system cells. -Ex: leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma Leukemia -Correct Answer-cancer starts in blood-forming tissues like bone marrow -causes lots of abnormal blood cells to be produced and enter bloodstream Lymphoma -Correct Answer--cancer that begins in immune system (WBC=lymphocytes) -hodgkin and non-hodgkins -B lymphocytes (B cells) - make antibodies (bacteria and viruses, most common lymphoma -T lymphocytes (T cells) - boost/slow immune, destroy germs and abnormal cells Hodgkin lymphoma -Correct Answer-Reed-Sternberg cell (cancer cells in classic) -typically starts in B cells Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma -Correct Answer--large, diverse group of cancers in immune system cells -indolent (slow growing) or aggressive (fast) Myeloma -Correct Answer-Cancer in plasma cells (WBC that produce antibodies) Chemotherapy -Correct Answer-All antineoplastic agents used to treat cancer, given through oral and parenteral routes or other routes as specified in the standard, not including hormonal therapies. Who can order chemotherapy? -Correct Answer-Written and signed by licensed independent practitioners (MD/DO, PA, Oncology NP) Can you use verbal orders for chemotherapy? -Correct Answer-NO! Only when holding/stopping admin. Who can mix Chemotherapy? -Correct Answer-Pharmacist, Pharmacy tech, MD/DO, qualified RN Who can administer chemotherapy? -Correct Answer-Registered Nurses with specialized education, prep and training. See specific state laws and statutes How often is chemo competency reassessed -Correct Answer-Annual continuing ed and competency assessment is recommended What is the dose verification process? -Correct Answer--confirm plan with patient -two practitioners verify: drug name, dose, volume, rate, route, expiration date, appearance -document verification in chart What PPE is required for IV Chemotherapy? -Correct Answer--Gloves: two pairs, HD tested -Gown: disposable, back closed, long sleeved -Respirator: NIOSH approved -Eye & Face: face shield/mask Neoadjuvant therapy (tumor burden) -Correct Answer-Chemo BEFORE primary treatment (common in breast and colon) Adjuvant t