Oncological & Hematological Medications — Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapies, and NCLEX Nursing Safety | Chapter 42: Saunders NCLEX-PN Review
Oncological & Hematological Medications — Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapies, and NCLEX Nursing Safety | Chapter 42: Saunders NCLEX-PN Review Chapter 42 of Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN® Examination (7th Edition) by Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela E. Silvestri delivers a comprehensive overview of pharmacologic agents used in oncology and hematology. This chapter equips nursing students with essential knowledge of medication classes, side effects, nursing precautions, and patient education strategies for NCLEX success and safe clinical practice. Watch the video above for a focused high-yield review, then dive into the expanded notes below. For more NCLEX-PN pharmacology and nursing care resources, subscribe to Last Minute Lecture on YouTube. Antineoplastic Medication Classifications Antineoplastic drugs are classified as cell cycle–specific or nonspecific, with combination regimens designed to maximize tumor cell kill and reduce resistance. Dosing is often...