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The Fellow on Call: The Heme/Onc Podcast
Episode 082: Pharmacology 101: Part 2 (REBOOT!)
Nov 22, 2023
The podcast discusses the basics of pharmacology in oncology, including the differences between irritants and vesicants, the need for central access in patients receiving therapy, and an overview of chemotherapy side effects.
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- Different chemotherapy drugs have specific side effects and require central access based on their toxicity.
- Understanding the details and nuances of chemotherapy is crucial for pharmacists in providing effective patient care.
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Understanding the Pharmacology of Chemotherapy
This podcast episode is part two of the pharmacology overviews lecture. The hosts break down the topic of pharmacology into bite-sized pieces to make it easier to understand. They emphasize the importance of recognizing drugs based on their names and discuss the high-yield concepts for pharmacology. They also highlight the crucial role of pharmacists in understanding the details and nuances of chemotherapy. The hosts provide a case study of a patient with breast cancer who received the dose-dense ACT regimen, explaining the need for central access and discussing the specific drugs used in the treatment.
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