Saudi Prometric Pharmacist Sterile Products and Aseptic Techniques

Question 1

What ISO classification corresponds to the critical zone (formerly Class 100) required during aseptic compounding?

Accepted Answer

ISO 5

Answer

ISO 4

Answer

ISO 7

Answer

ISO 8

Question 2

Which filter pore size is classified as a sterilizing-grade filter for heat-labile solutions?

Accepted Answer

0.22 µm

Answer

1.0 µm

Answer

0.45 µm

Answer

0.1 µm

Question 3

What are the standard conditions for moist heat sterilization by autoclave?

Accepted Answer

121°C for 15 minutes

Answer

100°C for 30 minutes

Answer

160°C for 2 hours

Answer

135°C for 5 minutes

Question 4

Which biological indicator is used to validate moist heat (autoclave) sterilization?

Accepted Answer

Geobacillus stearothermophilus

Answer

Bacillus subtilis

Answer

Clostridium perfringens

Answer

Bacillus cereus

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a laminar airflow workbench (LAFW) in sterile compounding?

Accepted Answer

To maintain ISO 5 (Class 100) conditions at the critical work site

Answer

To protect the operator from hazardous drug exposure

Answer

To filter room air before it enters the buffer area

Answer

To provide negative pressure for containment of spills

Question 6

Which antiseptic agent is preferred for skin antisepsis before insertion of an intravenous catheter?

Accepted Answer

Chlorhexidine gluconate 2%

Answer

Povidone-iodine 0.5%

Answer

Isopropyl alcohol 70%

Answer

Benzalkonium chloride 1%

Question 7

What does the acronym HEPA stand for in cleanroom air filtration?

Accepted Answer

High-Efficiency Particulate Air

Answer

High-Energy Particulate Arresting

Answer

Humidity-Eliminating Purified Airflow

Answer

High-Efficiency Pharmaceutical Aerosol