Fundamentals of
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, Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration
1. Hematologic cancer (blood cancer): answer- -cancer that begins in bone
marrow orimmune system cells.
-Ex: leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma
2. Leukemia: answer- cancer starts in blood-forming tissues like bone marrow
-causes lots of abnormal blood cells to be produced and enter bloodstream
3. Lymphoma: 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
4. Hodgkin lymphoma: answer- Reed-Sternberg cell (cancer cells in classic)
-typically starts in B cells
5. Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma: answer- -large, diverse group of cancers in
immune systemcells
-indolent (slow growing) or aggressive (fast)
6. Myeloma: answer- Cancer in plasma cells (WBC that produce antibodies)
7. Chemotherapy: answer- All antineoplastic agents used to treat cancer, given
through oraland parenteral routes or other routes as specified in the standard, not
including hormonal therapies.
8. Who can order chemotherapy?: Written and signed by licensed independent
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, practitioners (MD/DO, PA, Oncology NP)
9. Can you use verbal orders for chemotherapy?: NO! Only when holding/stop-
ping admin.
10. Who can mix Chemotherapy?: Pharmacist, Pharmacy tech, MD/DO, qualified
RN
11. Who can administer chemotherapy?: Registered Nurses with specialized ed-
ucation, prep and training. See specific state laws and statutes
12. How often is chemo competency reassessed>: Annual continuing ed and
competency assessment is recommended
13. What is the dose verification process?: -confirm plan with patient
-two practitioners verify: drug name, dose, volume, rate, route, expiration date,
appearance
-document verification in chart
14. What PPE is required for IV Chemotherapy?: -Gloves: two pairs, HD tested
-Gown: disposable, back closed, long sleeved
-Respirator: NIOSH approved
-Eye & Face: face shield/mask
15. Neoadjuvant therapy (tumor burden): Chemo BEFORE primary treatment
(common in breast and colon)
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Chemotherapy
ImmunotherapyAdministrati
on Test Questions And
Answers 2023
, Fundamentals of Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Administration
1. Hematologic cancer (blood cancer): answer- -cancer that begins in bone
marrow orimmune system cells.
-Ex: leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma
2. Leukemia: answer- cancer starts in blood-forming tissues like bone marrow
-causes lots of abnormal blood cells to be produced and enter bloodstream
3. Lymphoma: 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
4. Hodgkin lymphoma: answer- Reed-Sternberg cell (cancer cells in classic)
-typically starts in B cells
5. Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma: answer- -large, diverse group of cancers in
immune systemcells
-indolent (slow growing) or aggressive (fast)
6. Myeloma: answer- Cancer in plasma cells (WBC that produce antibodies)
7. Chemotherapy: answer- All antineoplastic agents used to treat cancer, given
through oraland parenteral routes or other routes as specified in the standard, not
including hormonal therapies.
8. Who can order chemotherapy?: Written and signed by licensed independent
1/8
, practitioners (MD/DO, PA, Oncology NP)
9. Can you use verbal orders for chemotherapy?: NO! Only when holding/stop-
ping admin.
10. Who can mix Chemotherapy?: Pharmacist, Pharmacy tech, MD/DO, qualified
RN
11. Who can administer chemotherapy?: Registered Nurses with specialized ed-
ucation, prep and training. See specific state laws and statutes
12. How often is chemo competency reassessed>: Annual continuing ed and
competency assessment is recommended
13. What is the dose verification process?: -confirm plan with patient
-two practitioners verify: drug name, dose, volume, rate, route, expiration date,
appearance
-document verification in chart
14. What PPE is required for IV Chemotherapy?: -Gloves: two pairs, HD tested
-Gown: disposable, back closed, long sleeved
-Respirator: NIOSH approved
-Eye & Face: face shield/mask
15. Neoadjuvant therapy (tumor burden): Chemo BEFORE primary treatment
(common in breast and colon)
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