Safety and Infection Control Flashcards

Which class of disinfectant is most appropriate for sterilizing heat-sensitive pharmaceutical equipment?

Answer: Ethylene oxide gas

Ethylene oxide gas is used for sterilizing heat-sensitive items because it penetrates packaging at low temperatures without thermal damage.

A pharmacy technician accidentally splashes a chemotherapy agent onto their skin. The FIRST action should be:

Answer: Flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes

Immediate flushing with copious water for at least 15 minutes dilutes and removes the hazardous substance to minimize tissue damage.

According to USP , the beyond-use date (BUD) for a low-risk CSP stored at room temperature is:

Answer: 48 hours

USP specifies a BUD of 48 hours at controlled room temperature for Category 1 (formerly low-risk) CSPs.

Which infection control measure is specifically designed to prevent transmission of organisms that travel on large droplets?

Answer: Droplet precautions

Droplet precautions prevent transmission of pathogens spread via large respiratory droplets that travel short distances (typically <3 feet).

A negative pressure isolation room is required for patients with which of the following conditions?

Answer: Active pulmonary tuberculosis

Active pulmonary TB requires airborne precautions including a negative pressure room to prevent spread of small aerosolized particles.

Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when preparing hazardous drug injections in a biological safety cabinet?

Answer: N95 respirator, double chemotherapy gloves, gown

Hazardous drug compounding requires double chemotherapy-rated gloves, a closed-front gown, and appropriate respiratory protection per NIOSH guidelines.

The SDS (Safety Data Sheet) Section 8 provides information on:

Answer: Exposure controls and personal protection

SDS Section 8 covers exposure controls and personal protective equipment requirements for safe handling of hazardous substances.