Discharged to receive chemotherapy via cassette pump at home

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An oncology client with a Hickman catheter is being discharged to receive chemotherapy via cassette pump at home. The nurse is aware that discharge instructions should include what information? Select all that apply

1. Always use two pairs of gloves when preparing chemotherapy medications.

2. Discarded chemotherapy cassettes and tubings can be placed in regular trash.

3. Used needles or syringes must be placed into plastic chemotherapy receptacle.

4. Linens soiled with chemotherapy drugs can be washed with regular laundry.

5. Waste is placed into chemotherapy bags and picked up by medical supplier.

6. Regular home cleaning products are appropriate for spilled chemotherapy medications.

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