KAPS Emergency Response Procedures 2

Question 1

A pharmacist discovers a patient has ingested an unknown quantity of acetaminophen 3 hours ago. Which antidote should be administered?

Accepted Answer

N-acetylcysteine

Answer

N-acetylcysteine replenishes glutathione stores and prevents hepatotoxicity following acetaminophen overdose.

Question 2

During a hazardous drug spill in the pharmacy, the FIRST action a pharmacist should take is:

Accepted Answer

Alert all personnel and clear the area

Answer

Alerting personnel and clearing the area prevents additional exposure before cleanup procedures begin.

Question 3

Which class of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a flammable liquid fire in a pharmacy setting?

Accepted Answer

Class B

Answer

Class B extinguishers are designed for flammable liquid fires, including solvents and alcohols common in pharmacy settings.

Question 4

A patient presents with suspected opioid overdose showing pinpoint pupils and respiratory depression. The IMMEDIATE intervention is:

Accepted Answer

Administer naloxone

Answer

Naloxone is the opioid antagonist that rapidly reverses respiratory depression and CNS depression in opioid overdose.

Question 5

Under USP <800>, which personal protective equipment is REQUIRED when handling a hazardous drug spill?

Accepted Answer

Double gloves, gown, eye protection, and respiratory protection

Answer

USP <800> requires double gloves, chemotherapy gown, eye/face protection, and respiratory protection for hazardous drug spill cleanup.

(KAPS) Knowledge Assessment of Pharmaceutical Sciences Practice Test