LUVONCRN replied to Kim Valentine's topic in Oncology
ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!!!!! Duragesic patches are made to dispense the medication transdermally over a period of time usually 72hrs. Cutting the patch will never ensure that the patient is getting the...
LUVONCRN replied to Kim Valentine's topic in Oncology
I agree! I think this an unsafe practice and I would not place the patch on the patient using this method. I think your solution of applying for 25mcg patches, dispensed as 12.5mcg is a great
LUVONCRN replied to janellewhalen's topic in Oncology
I used the Core curriculm study guide and I found that helpful. I also had a disk that was study questions that I found helpful. I did take a review course but it really wasnt helpful. I found that...
LUVONCRN replied to Sailingshoes's topic in Oncology
I work in a big Cancer Hospital. The policy was just changed and we are now required to wear gown and gloves to put up and take down chemo. I think its a great change and that there should be...
Just wanted to give you a bit of encouragement! I am also just off of orientation and am going thru hell it feels like AHHHHHHH. I am exactly off of orientation and have work 3 shifts. My third one...