Mixed Deck — All CETP Topics Flashcards

Using the alligation method, what volumes of 70% alcohol and 30% alcohol are needed to prepare 500 mL of 50% alcohol?

Answer: 250 mL of 70% and 250 mL of 30%

Parts of 70% = 50 − 30 = 20; parts of 30% = 70 − 50 = 20; equal ratio = 250 mL each.

Which solution is considered isotonic and compatible with red blood cells for IV infusion?

Answer: 0.9% sodium chloride

0.9% sodium chloride (normal saline) is isotonic with blood and does not cause hemolysis or crenation of red blood cells.

What is a best practice in Canadian Entry To Practice professional standards?

Answer: A method or technique recognized as superior based on evidence and expert consensus

Best practices are methods, techniques, or approaches that are recognized through evidence, research, and expert consensus as producing superior results and are recommended for adoption.

Which of the following best describes the hierarchy of controls in patient safety for Canadian Entry To Practice?

Answer: Elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, PPE

The hierarchy of controls prioritizes the most effective methods first: elimination (removing the hazard), substitution (replacing with less hazardous), engineering controls (isolating people from hazard), administrative controls (changing work procedures), and PPE as the last resort.

In Canadian Entry To Practice, what does the PDCA cycle stand for?

Answer: Plan, Do, Check, Act

The PDCA cycle (Plan-Do-Check-Act) is a continuous improvement framework where you plan the change, implement it, check the results, and act on what you learned to refine the process.

What is the relationship between theory and practice in Canadian Entry To Practice inventory control?

Answer: Theory provides the foundation and framework that guides effective practical application

Theory and practice are complementary: theoretical knowledge provides the conceptual framework and understanding that guides effective, evidence-based practical application in professional settings.

How many grams of dextrose are contained in 500 mL of D5W (5% dextrose in water)?

Answer: 25 g

5% w/v = 5 g per 100 mL; 500 mL × 5 g/100 mL = 25 g of dextrose.

What role does feedback play in effective communication within Canadian Entry To Practice?

Answer: It confirms understanding and allows for correction of misinterpretations

Feedback is essential for verifying that the message was received and understood as intended. It creates a two-way communication loop that catches errors and improves clarity.

Which ISO class cleanroom is required for the preparation of sterile hazardous drugs in Canada?

Answer: ISO Class 5

ISO Class 5 (formerly Class 100) is required for the primary engineering control used to prepare sterile hazardous drugs.

In Canada, which organization publishes the Model Standards for Pharmacy Compounding of Hazardous Drugs?

Answer: NAPRA

NAPRA (National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities) publishes the Model Standards for Pharmacy Compounding of Hazardous Drugs adopted by provincial colleges.

An IV infusion is ordered at 30 drops/min using a 20 drops/mL administration set. What is the equivalent infusion rate in mL/hr?

Answer: 90 mL/hr

30 drops/min ÷ 20 drops/mL = 1.5 mL/min × 60 min/hr = 90 mL/hr.

What is the relationship between theory and practice in Canadian Entry To Practice professional standards?

Answer: Theory provides the foundation and framework that guides effective practical application

Theory and practice are complementary: theoretical knowledge provides the conceptual framework and understanding that guides effective, evidence-based practical application in professional settings.

In Canadian Entry To Practice, why is drug interactions knowledge important for professional certification?

Answer: It demonstrates competence and ensures practitioners meet established standards

Professional certification in specific knowledge areas demonstrates that practitioners have met established competency standards, ensuring quality of service and public protection.

What is the relationship between theory and practice in Canadian Entry To Practice drug interactions?

Answer: Theory provides the foundation and framework that guides effective practical application

Theory and practice are complementary: theoretical knowledge provides the conceptual framework and understanding that guides effective, evidence-based practical application in professional settings.

What is the significance of a positive environmental monitoring result in the cleanroom?

Answer: It triggers investigation and corrective action

A positive environmental monitoring result indicates potential contamination and requires immediate investigation, corrective action, and possible product quarantine.

A child weighs 22 lbs. The prescribed antibiotic dose is 10 mg/kg/day in two equally divided doses. How many mg should be given per dose?

Answer: 50 mg

22 lbs ÷ 2.2 = 10 kg; 10 kg × 10 mg/kg/day = 100 mg/day ÷ 2 doses = 50 mg per dose.

In the context of Canadian Entry To Practice, what is the primary purpose of conducting a job hazard analysis related to patient safety?

Answer: To identify potential risks before they cause incidents

A job hazard analysis systematically identifies potential risks and hazards associated with specific tasks, allowing preventive measures to be implemented before incidents occur.

In Canadian Entry To Practice, why is professional standards knowledge important for professional certification?

Answer: It demonstrates competence and ensures practitioners meet established standards

Professional certification in specific knowledge areas demonstrates that practitioners have met established competency standards, ensuring quality of service and public protection.

What does polypharmacy typically refer to in the context of geriatric Medication Therapy Management?

Answer: The concurrent use of five or more medications, often associated with increased adverse event risk

Polypharmacy is conventionally defined as the use of five or more medications simultaneously and is associated with increased risk of drug interactions, falls, and adverse events in older adults.

What is the primary objective of drug interactions in Canadian Entry To Practice?

Answer: To ensure competence and proficiency in core drug interactions concepts

The primary objective of drug interactions knowledge is to ensure practitioners have the competence and proficiency needed to perform effectively and safely in their professional roles.