Perception, knowledge, and handling practice regarding the risk of exposure to antineoplastic drugs in oncology day hospitalization units and compounding unit staff.
Hubert BenoistAmandine BussonAudrey FaveyrialKarine Bouhier-LeporrierFabienne DivanonCécile BreuilSophie Roger-LeenaertAgnès PalixPascal OdouNicolas SimonGuillaume Saint-LorantPublished in: Journal of oncology pharmacy practice : official publication of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (2022)
This study identified significant differences among healthcare workers depending on job categories in the antineoplastic drug handling practices and in the knowledge of the risks associated with occupational exposure to antineoplastic drugs. These differences were particularly important between trained and untrained participants, revealing the importance of implementing a continuous training program.