| • Has the patient had allergic reactions to this medication in the past? |
| • What fluids are compatible, or incompatible, with the agent to be administered? |
| • What is the exact dosage for this patient's body size and weight? |
| • How is the drug mixed or prepared? |
| • What is the proper route of administration? |
| • How stable is the drug once prepared? |
| • How should it be stored? |
| • What other drugs is the patient taking? Are any likely to cause drug interactions? |
| • Can the drug cause skin or vein irritation during administration? How will these complications be managed? |
| • What is the anticipated schedule of administration? |
| • What are the specific side effects of the agent? How should the patient and health care team prepare for early or delayed effects? |
| • How are effects of the drug to be monitored? |
| • How often should the patient have physical examinations, imaging studies, or blood tests? |
| • What findings suggest further drug administration should be delayed or cancelled? |
| • Who should the patient contact with concerns? |