title: The challenge of handling chemotherapy in the intensive care unit.
abstract: Newer, more intensive cancer treatments and even some standard treatments in critically ill cancer patients mandate provision of care in the intensive care unit (ICU). Traditionally, the ICU nurse has not had specialized training in the preparation or administration of chemotherapeutic agents. This article discusses educational needs and specific information related to safe handling of chemotherapy administration.
authors.forename: A A
authors.initials: AA
authors.lastname: Alfafara
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Hedges
mesh_terms: D000970:Antineoplastic Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003422:Critical Care / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007362:Intensive Care Units; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing*; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000193:education; D016272:Occupational Health; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic
chemical_list: D000970:Antineoplastic Agents