FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMOTHERAPY
IMMUNOTHERAPY ADMINISTRATION QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION
COVERS 2024/2025 WITH CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR PASS
Hematologic cancer (blood cancer) - CORRECT ANSWERS -cancer that begins in bone
marrow or immune system cells.
-Ex: leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma
Leukemia - CORRECT ANSWERS cancer starts in blood-forming tissues like bone marrow
-causes lots of abnormal blood cells to be produced and enter bloodstream
Lymphoma - CORRECT ANSWERS -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 ANSWERS Reed-Sternberg cell (cancer cells in classic)
-typically starts in B cells
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma - CORRECT ANSWERS -large, diverse group of cancers in immune
system cells
-indolent (slow growing) or aggressive (fast)
Myeloma - CORRECT ANSWERS Cancer in plasma cells (WBC that produce antibodies)
Chemotherapy - CORRECT ANSWERS 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 ANSWERS Written and signed by licensed
independent practitioners (MD/DO, PA, Oncology NP)
, FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMOTHERAPY
IMMUNOTHERAPY ADMINISTRATION QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION
COVERS 2024/2025 WITH CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR PASS
Can you use verbal orders for chemotherapy? - CORRECT ANSWERS NO! Only when
holding/stopping admin.
Who can mix Chemotherapy? - CORRECT ANSWERS Pharmacist, Pharmacy tech, MD/DO,
qualified RN
Who can administer chemotherapy? - CORRECT ANSWERS Registered Nurses with
specialized education, prep and training. See specific state laws and statutes
How often is chemo competency reassessed> - CORRECT ANSWERS Annual continuing ed
and competency assessment is recommended
What is the dose verification process? - CORRECT ANSWERS -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 ANSWERS -Gloves: two pairs, HD
tested
-Gown: disposable, back closed, long sleeved
-Respirator: NIOSH approved
-Eye & Face: face shield/mask
Neoadjuvant therapy (tumor burden) - CORRECT ANSWERS Chemo BEFORE primary
treatment (common in breast and colon)
Adjuvant therapy - CORRECT ANSWERS Chemo AFTER primary treatment (common in solid
tumor)
IMMUNOTHERAPY ADMINISTRATION QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION
COVERS 2024/2025 WITH CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR PASS
Hematologic cancer (blood cancer) - CORRECT ANSWERS -cancer that begins in bone
marrow or immune system cells.
-Ex: leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma
Leukemia - CORRECT ANSWERS cancer starts in blood-forming tissues like bone marrow
-causes lots of abnormal blood cells to be produced and enter bloodstream
Lymphoma - CORRECT ANSWERS -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 ANSWERS Reed-Sternberg cell (cancer cells in classic)
-typically starts in B cells
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma - CORRECT ANSWERS -large, diverse group of cancers in immune
system cells
-indolent (slow growing) or aggressive (fast)
Myeloma - CORRECT ANSWERS Cancer in plasma cells (WBC that produce antibodies)
Chemotherapy - CORRECT ANSWERS 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 ANSWERS Written and signed by licensed
independent practitioners (MD/DO, PA, Oncology NP)
, FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMOTHERAPY
IMMUNOTHERAPY ADMINISTRATION QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS A COMPLETE EXAM SOLUTION
COVERS 2024/2025 WITH CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS BEST GRADED A+ FOR PASS
Can you use verbal orders for chemotherapy? - CORRECT ANSWERS NO! Only when
holding/stopping admin.
Who can mix Chemotherapy? - CORRECT ANSWERS Pharmacist, Pharmacy tech, MD/DO,
qualified RN
Who can administer chemotherapy? - CORRECT ANSWERS Registered Nurses with
specialized education, prep and training. See specific state laws and statutes
How often is chemo competency reassessed> - CORRECT ANSWERS Annual continuing ed
and competency assessment is recommended
What is the dose verification process? - CORRECT ANSWERS -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 ANSWERS -Gloves: two pairs, HD
tested
-Gown: disposable, back closed, long sleeved
-Respirator: NIOSH approved
-Eye & Face: face shield/mask
Neoadjuvant therapy (tumor burden) - CORRECT ANSWERS Chemo BEFORE primary
treatment (common in breast and colon)
Adjuvant therapy - CORRECT ANSWERS Chemo AFTER primary treatment (common in solid
tumor)
