Question

which of the following medication categories require special handling procedures during preparation and administration because the medications are hazardous?

cephalosporin (cephalexin) antibiotics

chemotherapy agents

antihypertensive medications

heparin (lovenox) products

Explanation:

Chemotherapy agents are hazardous due to their potential to cause harm to healthcare workers and the environment. They require special handling procedures during preparation and administration to minimize exposure risks. Cephalosporin antibiotics, antihypertensive medications, and heparin (heparinoid) products do not typically have the same level of hazardous properties as chemotherapy agents.

Answer:

B. Chemotherapy agents