CSPT Aseptic Technique and Garbing 5

Question 1

USP <797> requires that sterile compounding personnel perform hand hygiene using a specific method. Which describes the correct technique?

Accepted Answer

A vigorous 30-second wash with soap and water, rinsing from fingertips to elbows

Answer

USP <797> requires a thorough hand wash with soap and water for at least 30 seconds, washing from fingertips to elbows to prevent recontamination.

Question 2

Which personal behavior is MOST likely to compromise aseptic technique during sterile compounding?

Accepted Answer

Adjusting PPE inside the cleanroom by touching the face or hair

Answer

Touching the face or hair while gloved inside the cleanroom contaminates the gloves and can transfer microorganisms to critical sites.

Question 3

What is the minimum recommended time a LAFW or BSC should run before use to purge the work zone with HEPA-filtered air?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

Answer

USP <797> recommends running the LAFW or BSC for at least 30 minutes before compounding to ensure the work zone is adequately purged with HEPA-filtered air.

Question 4

When wiping a vial rubber stopper with 70% IPA before needle insertion, what technique should be used?

Accepted Answer

Wipe in one direction and allow the IPA to dry completely before puncturing

Answer

A single unidirectional wipe with 70% IPA followed by complete drying prevents 'swimming in' contaminants and ensures the sporicidal action is complete before needle insertion.

Question 5

A technician with a known active respiratory infection (e.g., influenza) reports for a sterile compounding shift. What is the appropriate course of action per aseptic technique principles?

Accepted Answer

Reassign the technician away from sterile compounding duties until recovered

Answer

Active respiratory infections increase the risk of airborne microbial contamination; affected personnel should be excluded from sterile compounding until recovered.

CSPT - Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician Practice Test

CSPT - Compounded Sterile Preparation Technician Practice Test

CSPT Aseptic Technique and Garbing 5