A nurse is preparing to administer an IV medication to a client and accidently punctures the IV bag, causing the medication to leak on the counter. Which of the following medications requires the nurse to follow facility procedures in the safe handling of a biohazardous material spill?
Explanation & Rationale
A) Doxorubicin hydrochloride: This medication is an anthracycline chemotherapy agent and is considered a hazardous drug. It requires special handling and procedures to manage spills, as it can pose risks to both healthcare workers and the environment. Following facility protocols for biohazardous material spills is essential. B) Metronidazole: While metronidazole is an antibiotic, it does not typically require the same level of handling as hazardous medications like doxorubicin. It is not classified as a biohazardous material. C) Ampicillin sodium: This is a penicillin antibiotic and, while it requires standard precautions, it is not considered a hazardous drug. Therefore, it does not necessitate the same stringent procedures for spills. D) Pheroin: It seems there might be a typographical error here, as "pheroin" does not refer to a known medication. If referring to "heroin," it's an illegal substance and would be handled under specific legal protocols, but not typically categorized as a biohazardous material spill in a healthcare context.