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Hazardous Drug Compounding Flashcards

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  1. According to USP 800, which type of primary engineering control is required for compounding sterile hazardous drugs?

    Answer: Class II BSC or CACI with external exhaust

    USP 800 requires sterile hazardous drugs to be compounded in a Class II BSC or CACI that provides both sterility and containment.

  2. What type of PPE is specifically required when handling hazardous drugs that is NOT required for standard sterile compounding?

    Answer: Chemotherapy-tested gloves

    Hazardous drug handling requires chemotherapy-tested gloves evaluated for permeation by specific hazardous drugs per ASTM D6978 standards.

  3. What is the required pressure relationship for the room containing a BSC used for hazardous drug compounding?

    Answer: Negative pressure relative to adjacent areas

    The HD compounding room must be maintained at negative pressure to prevent hazardous drug vapors from migrating outward.

  4. How should hazardous drug spills be handled in the compounding area?

    Answer: Use a designated spill kit with appropriate PPE and containment materials

    Hazardous drug spills must be managed using a dedicated spill kit that includes appropriate PPE, absorbent materials, and containment supplies.

  5. What is the NIOSH List and why is it important for sterile compounding technicians?

    Answer: A list of drugs identified as hazardous requiring special handling precautions

    The NIOSH List identifies drugs that require special handling and engineering controls described in USP 800.

  6. What is the maximum beyond-use date for a Category 1 CSP compounded from sterile hazardous drug components under USP 797?

    Answer: The same BUD as non-hazardous Category 1 CSPs

    Hazardous drug status alone does not change the BUD assignment under USP 797. BUDs are determined by compounding category and storage conditions.

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