Chemotherapy Precautions — NCLEX Cheat Sheet
Bone marrow suppression = main risk
👤 By the CinnaRN Clinical Content Team
🕐 Updated 2026-07-11
🏷️ Safety & Infection Control
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Use this quick-reference guide to spot, treat, and prevent Chemotherapy Precautions on the NCLEX. Keep it handy during review and on exam day!
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- myelosuppression: ↓WBC ↓RBC ↓plt
- N/V, alopecia, mucositis
- nadir 7-14 days = lowest counts
- fever (neutropenia) = emergency
- EXTRAVASATION → stop infusion NOW
- bleeding, SOB, infection signs
- double-glove handling chemo
- body fluids hazardous 48h
- double-flush toilet, wear PPE
- antiemetics BEFORE chemo
- soft toothbrush, oral care, small meals
✨Quick Tip
Bone marrow suppression causes neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, and anemia (the three big toxicities).
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