Hazardous Drugs: Legislative and Regulatory Efforts to Improve Safe Handling
Several organizations have safety guidelines regarding handling of hazardous drugs. That said, only Washington and California have enforceable laws that regulate these practices. This article shares the experiences of three states-Washington, Michigan, and North Carolina-in advancing legislative and regulatory efforts. It also offers guidance to nurses seeking to improve the way hazardous drugs are handled and how and where to begin.
University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill.
AnnMarie L
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Walton
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.
Seth
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Eisenberg
University of Michigan.
Christopher R
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Friese
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adverse effects; exposure ; guidelines; hazardous drugs; safe handling