Implementing a standardized home chemotherapy spill kit: a nurse-led interprofessional approach to best practice

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2014 Dec;18(6):650-3. doi: 10.1188/14.CJON.650-653.

Abstract

Chemotherapy administration in the home setting poses risks to patients, caregivers, and the environment, particularly in the event of spills. Although the response to chemotherapy spills in the hospital setting is vigorous and includes standard disposal practices for contaminated items, the management of spills in the home setting may vary. A standardized method for managing chemotherapy spills at home that includes education and distribution of spill cleanup materials is imperative to reduce these risks.

Keywords: chemotherapy; home management; spill kit.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antineoplastic Agents / adverse effects
  • Antineoplastic Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Education, Nursing, Continuing
  • Humans
  • Interprofessional Relations*
  • Medical Waste Disposal*
  • Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • Neoplasms / nursing
  • Patient Education as Topic
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic*
  • Safety Management*

Substances

  • Antineoplastic Agents
  • Medical Waste Disposal