CHEMO PRECAUTIONS – FOR OTHERS!
If you live with other people, you will need to take extra precautions in the home after each chemotherapy treatment.
The chemotherapy that entered your body will eventually have to leave your system.
It exits your body in the form of
saliva,
sweat,
tears,
urine,
feces, and
vomit.
As such, precautions should be taken in the home to protect others as the meds flush out.
Research varies, but at minimum try to follow these guidelines for 48 hours post-chemo.
First 2 to 3 days post infusion
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First 2 to 3 days post infusion 〰️
Precautions:
Room-By-Room
THE BATHROOM.
TOILET
Close lid and flush 2X, every time.
Wash hands thoroughly.
SINK
Use disposable paper towels or dedicate a special hand towel (no sharing).
Keep disposable wipes nearby to clean surfaces between use.
TOOTHBRUSH
Don’t share toothbrushes or toothpaste.
TRASH
Line trash cans with plastic bags for safe disposal.
1
THE LAUNDRY:
Place all soiled clothes/linens in separate plastic bag.
Wash clothes in separate wash load from other people’s laundry.
Use hot water and wash 2X.
2
3
THE KITCHEN.
Use disposable silverware and plates.
Precautions need to be taken in the home roughly 2 to 3 days post a chemotherapy infusion, especially when living in close proximity to others.
This video details how to prepare your home, room by room, and tips & strategies for keeping others free from chemotherapy exposure.
