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 medications (e.g., cytotoxic) that can harm healthcare workers and patients if not handled properly, requiring special procedures. Cephalosporin antibiotics, antihypertensives, and heparin products do not have the same level of hazardous properties requiring special handling as chemotherapy agents.

Answer:

B. Chemotherapy agents