Course
Safe Chemotherapy Administration
Pharmacology Contact Hours Awarded: 2
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Course Overview
Author: Kimberlee Emfield Rowett, DNP, MSN, MBA, RN
This course is designed to provide nurses with comprehensive knowledge and skills to safely administer chemotherapy in a variety of healthcare settings. Learners will explore the pharmacology of chemotherapeutic agents, safe handling, and evidence-based practices for administration. By the end of this course, nurses will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to deliver chemotherapy with precision, compassion, and a strong commitment to safety and quality care. This course is designed for LPNs, RNs, and APRNs.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- Definition
- Assessment
- Epidemiology
- Pathophysiology
- Clinical Signs and Symptoms
- Etiology
- Treatment
- Self-Management
- Research Findings
- Conclusion
Accreditation Statement
Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
In this course, we will discuss Safe Chemotherapy Administration. It will take the average learner 120 minutes to complete and awards 2 contact hours of continuing education.
Course Outcomes
After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to
- List the different types of chemotherapy, their indications, and potential side effects.
- Describe the pre-administration assessment process, as well as the importance of the various portions of the assessment.
- Understand common side effects and serious adverse reactions associated with chemotherapy, as well as the importance of monitoring and reporting these symptoms.
- Articulate the role of healthcare professionals in ensuring safe chemotherapy administration and the significance of patient education and self-management strategies during treatment.
Target Audience
- Registered Nurses (RN)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)
Requirement for Completion
- Enrollment in the course by the learner
- Read and learn all course materials
- Complete the course evaluation
- Attest and testify learning of the course materials
Accreditations + Approvals
- American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
- California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
- Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
- Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
- New York State Department of Education (IC 208)
- New York State Department of Education Child Abuse #80996
- Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)
Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships
Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
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Course Expires on: January 30, 2028
Course Offering: #636