Chemotherapy Administration Safety Checklist
Comprehensive chemotherapy safety verification including order accuracy, patient preparation, safe handling procedures, and monitoring during administration.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Every chemotherapy administration
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Oncology Nurse
- Total Items: 28
- Compliance: ASCO/ONS Chemotherapy Standards, ISMP Guidelines, USP 800, NIOSH
Pre-Treatment Verification
Before starting chemotherapy
- Chemotherapy consent current?
- Labs within acceptable limits for treatment?
- Treatment day/timing appropriate?
- Height and weight current?
- BSA and dose calculations verified?
Order Verification
Independent double-check
- Order matches approved protocol?
- Drug name verified (two RNs)?
- Dose verified (two RNs)?
- Route verified?
- Infusion rate verified?
- Drug sequence correct?
Patient Preparation
Prepare patient for treatment
- Patient identified using two identifiers?
- Premedications given?
- IV access patent and appropriate?
- Patient educated on what to expect?
Safe Handling
PPE and handling procedures
- Appropriate PPE worn?
- Chemotherapy-tested gloves used?
- Spill kit readily available?
- Proper disposal containers in use?
Administration & Monitoring
During infusion
- Infusion started at correct rate?
- Patient monitored per protocol?
- Monitored for hypersensitivity reactions?
- Monitored for extravasation (if vesicant)?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
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Why Use This Chemotherapy Administration Safety Checklist?
This chemotherapy administration safety checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for oncology nurse professionals, this checklist covers 28 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: every chemotherapy administration.
Ensures compliance with ASCO/ONS Chemotherapy Standards, ISMP Guidelines, USP 800, NIOSH. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Chemotherapy Administration Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 28 inspection items across 6 sections: Pre-Treatment Verification, Order Verification, Patient Preparation, Safe Handling, Administration & Monitoring, Pre-Assessment Information. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed every chemotherapy administration. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Chemotherapy Administration Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Oncology Nurse professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.