ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy
Immunotherapy Certificate Questions
and Answers Latest Version Already
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What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) during chemotherapy preparation
and administration?
✔✔PPE protects healthcare workers from exposure to hazardous drugs through skin contact,
inhalation, or accidental ingestion.
Why is double-gloving recommended when handling chemotherapy agents?
✔✔Double-gloving reduces the risk of skin exposure to cytotoxic drugs in case of glove
punctures or contamination.
What should be done immediately after a chemotherapy spill?
✔✔A chemotherapy spill kit should be used promptly to contain and clean the area according to
institutional protocols.
What is the role of a closed-system transfer device (CSTD)?
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,✔✔CSTDs prevent the escape of hazardous drug vapors and fluids, protecting both healthcare
workers and patients.
Why is it important to verify patient identity before chemotherapy administration?
✔✔Verifying patient identity ensures the right patient receives the right drug, dose, and route,
minimizing medication errors.
What is extravasation in chemotherapy administration?
✔✔Extravasation is the accidental leakage of chemotherapy drugs into surrounding tissue, which
can cause severe damage.
What should be done if extravasation is suspected during chemotherapy?
✔✔Stop the infusion immediately, assess the site, and follow extravasation management
protocols.
Why are chemotherapy drugs considered hazardous?
✔✔They are toxic to living cells and can cause harm to healthy tissues, not just cancer cells.
What is the role of the chemotherapy consent process?
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,✔✔It ensures the patient understands the treatment plan, potential side effects, and gives
permission for therapy to begin.
How often should vascular access be assessed during chemotherapy infusion?
✔✔Vascular access should be assessed before, during, and after infusion to monitor for
complications like infiltration or phlebitis.
What is the most appropriate way to dispose of chemotherapy waste?
✔✔Chemotherapy waste must be disposed of in a clearly labeled, puncture-resistant, hazardous
waste container.
What is the significance of body surface area (BSA) in chemotherapy dosing?
✔✔BSA helps determine appropriate drug dosages based on the patient’s height and weight.
Why must chemotherapy regimens follow strict protocols?
✔✔Strict protocols ensure safety, efficacy, and consistency in drug administration and minimize
risk for errors.
What symptoms should be reported immediately during chemotherapy administration?
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, ✔✔Pain, burning, redness, or swelling at the infusion site should be reported immediately.
Why is it necessary to check lab values before administering chemotherapy?
✔✔Lab values indicate if the patient’s body can safely tolerate treatment and help detect organ
toxicity risks.
What is nadir in chemotherapy treatment?
✔✔Nadir is the point when blood cell counts are at their lowest, usually 7–14 days after
chemotherapy.
Why is patient education essential before starting chemotherapy?
✔✔Education helps patients understand their treatment, anticipate side effects, and know when
to seek help.
How should chemotherapy be transported within a healthcare facility?
✔✔Chemotherapy must be transported in sealed, leak-proof, and clearly labeled containers to
prevent spills or exposure.
What is hypersensitivity in the context of chemotherapy?
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Immunotherapy Certificate Questions
and Answers Latest Version Already
Passed
What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) during chemotherapy preparation
and administration?
✔✔PPE protects healthcare workers from exposure to hazardous drugs through skin contact,
inhalation, or accidental ingestion.
Why is double-gloving recommended when handling chemotherapy agents?
✔✔Double-gloving reduces the risk of skin exposure to cytotoxic drugs in case of glove
punctures or contamination.
What should be done immediately after a chemotherapy spill?
✔✔A chemotherapy spill kit should be used promptly to contain and clean the area according to
institutional protocols.
What is the role of a closed-system transfer device (CSTD)?
1
,✔✔CSTDs prevent the escape of hazardous drug vapors and fluids, protecting both healthcare
workers and patients.
Why is it important to verify patient identity before chemotherapy administration?
✔✔Verifying patient identity ensures the right patient receives the right drug, dose, and route,
minimizing medication errors.
What is extravasation in chemotherapy administration?
✔✔Extravasation is the accidental leakage of chemotherapy drugs into surrounding tissue, which
can cause severe damage.
What should be done if extravasation is suspected during chemotherapy?
✔✔Stop the infusion immediately, assess the site, and follow extravasation management
protocols.
Why are chemotherapy drugs considered hazardous?
✔✔They are toxic to living cells and can cause harm to healthy tissues, not just cancer cells.
What is the role of the chemotherapy consent process?
2
,✔✔It ensures the patient understands the treatment plan, potential side effects, and gives
permission for therapy to begin.
How often should vascular access be assessed during chemotherapy infusion?
✔✔Vascular access should be assessed before, during, and after infusion to monitor for
complications like infiltration or phlebitis.
What is the most appropriate way to dispose of chemotherapy waste?
✔✔Chemotherapy waste must be disposed of in a clearly labeled, puncture-resistant, hazardous
waste container.
What is the significance of body surface area (BSA) in chemotherapy dosing?
✔✔BSA helps determine appropriate drug dosages based on the patient’s height and weight.
Why must chemotherapy regimens follow strict protocols?
✔✔Strict protocols ensure safety, efficacy, and consistency in drug administration and minimize
risk for errors.
What symptoms should be reported immediately during chemotherapy administration?
3
, ✔✔Pain, burning, redness, or swelling at the infusion site should be reported immediately.
Why is it necessary to check lab values before administering chemotherapy?
✔✔Lab values indicate if the patient’s body can safely tolerate treatment and help detect organ
toxicity risks.
What is nadir in chemotherapy treatment?
✔✔Nadir is the point when blood cell counts are at their lowest, usually 7–14 days after
chemotherapy.
Why is patient education essential before starting chemotherapy?
✔✔Education helps patients understand their treatment, anticipate side effects, and know when
to seek help.
How should chemotherapy be transported within a healthcare facility?
✔✔Chemotherapy must be transported in sealed, leak-proof, and clearly labeled containers to
prevent spills or exposure.
What is hypersensitivity in the context of chemotherapy?
4
