Straight A Nursing

#438: Chemo Basics

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Chemo. Just the word alone can feel a little intimidating, right? But don’t worry. This episode breaks it all the way down so you can walk into the hospital (or your next exam) feeling calm, confident, and prepared. In this episode, we’re covering the essential nursing care for patients undergoing chemotherapy, including: What chemo is and how it works The nurse’s role before, during, and after administration What “chemo precautions” actually mean (hint: double gloves are just the beginning) Common side effects like myelosuppression, mucositis, and chemo brain—plus how to manage them How to prevent infection and what to do in a neutropenic fever emergency (this is high-priority NCLEX content, by the way) If the thought of cytotoxic drugs and yellow waste bins has you feeling a little unsure, this episode is your safety net. Hit play and I’ll see you there! ___________________ Full Transcript - Read the article and view references FREE CLASS - If all you've heard are nursin