CPJE CPJE Sterile Products and IV Admixtures 2

Question 1

Under California law, a pharmacy compounding sterile preparations for office use must:

Accepted Answer

Hold a sterile compounding pharmacy license from the Board of Pharmacy

Answer

California requires pharmacies engaged in sterile compounding, including office-use preparations, to obtain a separate sterile compounding pharmacy license.

Question 2

Which solution is an appropriate diluent for intravenous vancomycin administration?

Accepted Answer

0.9% sodium chloride (NS) or 5% dextrose in water (D5W)

Answer

Vancomycin is compatible with NS and D5W for IV infusion; bacteriostatic solutions are avoided for large-volume IV preparations.

Question 3

What is the recommended minimum infusion time for vancomycin 1g IV to prevent Red Man Syndrome?

Accepted Answer

At least 60 minutes

Answer

Vancomycin must be infused over at least 60 minutes per gram to prevent Red Man Syndrome, an infusion-related reaction.

Question 4

A pharmacist identifies a physical incompatibility between two IV medications. What should be done?

Accepted Answer

Administer the drugs through separate IV lines or at separate times

Answer

Physical incompatibilities such as precipitation or color change indicate the drugs must be separated to ensure safety and therapeutic integrity.

Question 5

Which type of container is required for light-sensitive IV preparations such as nitroglycerin infusions?

Accepted Answer

Amber or opaque IV bags and tubing

Answer

Light-sensitive drugs like nitroglycerin must be protected using amber or opaque containers throughout preparation and administration.

CPJE - California Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam Practice Test

CPJE - California Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam Practice Test

CPJE CPJE Sterile Products and IV Admixtures 2