Sterile and Non-Sterile Compounding 1 Flashcards
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Which USP chapter specifically regulates non-sterile compounding practices in pharmacy?
Answer: USP
USP provides standards for non-sterile compounding, covering areas such as beyond-use dating, stability, and labeling for preparations that do not require sterility.
A compounding technician is preparing an IV admixture. Which of the following actions is considered a critical step in maintaining aseptic technique?
Answer: Wiping the vial stopper with a 70% isopropyl alcohol swab before needle entry
Swabbing the vial stopper with 70% isopropyl alcohol before needle entry disinfects the surface and prevents introducing contaminants into the sterile preparation.
What does the term 'clean room' refer to in a sterile compounding pharmacy?
Answer: An environmentally controlled space with defined ISO air quality classifications for sterile preparation
A clean room is an ISO-classified, environmentally controlled space designed to minimize airborne particulates and microbial contamination during sterile compounding.
When compounding a non-sterile topical cream, which of the following equipment is most commonly used to achieve a uniform mixture?
Answer: Electronic mortar and pestle (or ointment mill)
An electronic mortar and pestle or ointment mill is used in non-sterile compounding to triturate and blend ingredients into a smooth, uniform topical preparation.
Which of the following best describes 'garbing' as it applies to sterile compounding?
Answer: The process of donning personal protective equipment in the correct order before entering the clean room
Garbing refers to the sequential process of putting on required PPE — such as shoe covers, hair covers, gown, mask, and sterile gloves — in the correct order to maintain the cleanliness of the sterile compounding environment.
USP standards apply primarily to which category of compounded preparations?
Answer: Hazardous drugs, including many chemotherapy agents
USP establishes safety standards for handling hazardous drugs — including many antineoplastic (chemotherapy) agents — to protect healthcare workers, patients, and the environment from exposure.