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Average Score: 83%
Simulated
Central venous access devices (CVADs) are frequently utilized to administer chemotherapy. What is an advantage of using CVADs for chemotherapeutic agent administration?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
CVADs allow administration of vesicant chemotherapeutic drugs into larger veins, reducing damage to smaller peripheral veins. They are more expensive, dosing varies, and home administration is not standard.