2014, Number 2
Chemotherapy in children: issues to consider in nursing comprehensive care
Language: Spanish
References: 10
Page: 114-124
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ABSTRACT
The handling ofcytostatic drugsis one ofthe most frequent activitiesofnursesfor the extensiveadministration of these drugs nowadays.Today,strategies have been developed throughout the world forsafe handling ofantineoplasic agents. The developmentof nursing inCubahas alloweda breakthroughin the art anda real contributionto the diagnosis, treatment and monitoringofhematologicaldiseases, due to the highprofessional levelreachedby nurseswithin the specialty. General recommendations forcomprehensivenursing care every child withleukemiashould receive are described, whether hospitalizedor in outpatient care. Basic handling of cytostaticsand elementsto guarantee biosecurity when working withthese medications are included.REFERENCES
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