Care for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy
- Procedures in Case of Chemotherapy Spillage Outside Patient's Vessels (Subcutaneous)
- Stop the IV solution device.
- Disconnect the IV solution device from the patient.
- Attempt to withdraw the spilled drug from the cannula
using a syringe.
- Notify the doctor.
- Apply cold compresses to the spill site.
- Administer appropriate antidote to the patient.
After the spill, the following
measures should be taken:
- Document the spill site and repeat the documentation
weekly if necessary.
- Advise the patient to rest and elevate the affected
area for 48 hours.
- Provide written instructions to the patient on symptoms
to watch for and report immediately.
- Schedule another visit.
- Refer to a plastic surgeon if necessary.
- Record the incident and the actions taken.