Pharmacy Tech 2 Unit 4 Test Flashcards
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Weights for a class A balance should be handled with:

  • Glassine paper
  • Spatula
  • Tweezers (correct)
  • Gloved hands

    • Which one of the following is not a reason for a pharmacy to repackage a bulk medication?

  • Certain medications are not available in unit doses.
  • Purchasing a bulk medication is less expensive than purchasing a unit-dosed medication.
  • Repackaging may decrease the wait time for the patient to receive the medication.
  • Repackaging helps the technicians learn the drug names and strengths. (correct)

    • For continuity of measurement with a class A balance, the weights are always placed on the:

  • A and C (correct)
  • Left side
  • Right side
  • Weighing boat or paper

    • Which of the following dosage forms has the highest percentage of solid ingredients?

    <p>Pastes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On April 14, 2015, 1000 low-dose (81 mg) aspirin with a manufacturer's expiration date of December 2017 are unit dosed. What BUD should be assigned?

    <p>April 14, 2016</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a taste that may need to be masked in medicines?

    <p>Sweet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods is not used to prepare suppositories?

    <p>Punch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All of the following are used for mixing compounds except:

    <p>Cylindrical graduated cylinders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where could a pharmacy technician find a list of ingredients, preparation methods, safety requirements, BUD information, and references for compounding a product?

    <p>Formulation record</p> Signup and view all the answers

    GMP means:

    <p>Good manufacturing practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The proper and accurate way to read a graduated cylinder is:

    <p>At eye level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with pill trays that are used for guiding tablets into unit-dose containers after each use?

    <p>Clean with alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does a technician log information concerning the contents of a particular product that has been compounded?

    <p>Compounding record</p> Signup and view all the answers

    USP sets the standards for all of the following dosage forms except:

    <p>Popsicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following compounding additives maintains the dispersion of finely divided liquid droplets in a liquid vehicle made from two or more immiscible liquids?

    <p>Emulsifying agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When combining two or more ingredients that have different melting points, the ingredients are:

    <p>Melted from the highest to the lowest melting point.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is not necessary when manually repackaging?

    <p>Shoe covers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The water portion of saline solution is called the:

    <p>Solvent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The minimum weighable quantity for a class A balance is __ mg.

    <p>120</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of compounding may be performed away from the specified compounding area?

    <p>Reconstitution of antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is(are) true regarding a class A balance?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an advantage of blister packing in long-term care facilities?

    <p>Is less expensive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the smallest volume that can be accurately measured with a 50-mL graduated cylinder?

    <p>10 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization sets the standards for a nonsterile compounding area?

    <p>United States Pharmacopeia (USP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is(are) true concerning beyond-use dating of compounded nonsterile products?

    <p>All of the above statements are true.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The punch method is:

    <p>Manual filling of capsules with premixed powdered medication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Compounded gummy lozenges may include:

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following ingredients is considered hydrophobic?

    <p>Petroleum jelly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following capsules is the largest?

    <p>0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All of the following are GMPs for repackaging bulk medication except:

    <p>Medication is checked by a technician.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All of the following are reasons to compound medications except:

    <p>Compounding a medication saves the patient money.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Compounding includes:

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a reason the pharmacy repackages a bulk drug into unit dose?

    <p>Unit dose is easier to count.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The dosage form normally repackaged in a pharmacy is the:

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The expiration date on a drug is 2/12: the drug expires on:

    <p>The last day of February 2012</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A factor that can affect the stability of a drug is:

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The punch method is used to prepare:

    <p>Capsules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Good manufacturing practices do not include which of the following?

    <p>Medications checked by a technician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following could be used as a base when preparing a compounding ointment?

    <p>Aquaphor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is commonly used as an additive when compounding tablets?

    <p>Dextrose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Simple syrup is made on March 15, 2014, from the following products: Sucrose 85g Expires: November 2016, Purified water qs 100mL. What would be the expiration date?

    <p>March 29, 2014</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using the punch method, you prepare 100 acetaminophen 500 mg capsules on May 30, 2014, from the following products: Acetaminophen 500 mg tablets (Expires 10/14), Size 0 gelatin capsules (Expires 11/2015). What beyond-use date would you assign this compounded product?

    <p>October 31, 2014</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a reconstitution is unavailable, what other compounding equipment would be appropriate to use for measuring the diluent?

    <p>Graduated cylinder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The act of trituration is?

    <p>Grind medication to fine powder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The tare button on the scale ____________ the weight of the item on the weighing pan.

    <p>zeros</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The most appropriate way to mix a powder ingredient with a gel ingredient is to mix________

    <p>small amount at a time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to 'zero' or 'tare' the scale while the boat is on it, before weighing anything?

    <p>So that the weight of the boat does not affect the weight or amount of the ingredient you are measuring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to be sure that all of your supplies are clean prior to performing compounding?

    <p>To make sure that the final product is safe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A lozenge is known as a ________

    <p>trouche, cough drop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A sugar substitute is best used for patients with what condition?

    <p>diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The concave surface of a liquid in a graduated cylinder is called the

    <p>meniscus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Clear liquids in which drugs are completely dissolved are called:

    <p>solvent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The hazards of using organic solvents are:

    <p>their flammability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A packet of external nutrition supplement diluted to what strength would yield the greatest volume?

    <p>Two-thirds strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A master formula record should contain:

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of balance can weigh large quantities?

    <p>Counter balance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A thickening agent that gives some structure to a suspension is called

    <p>suspending agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The punch method is used to compound

    <p>capsules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What piece of equipment is used to transfer solid ingredients to weighing pans?

    <p>spatula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The device used to reduce the particle size of active ingredients is

    <p>homogenizer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Compounding rules are enforced by which agency within the state?

    <p>state BOP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Handling of Weights

    • Weights for a Class A balance should be handled with tweezers to ensure accuracy and prevent contamination.

    Pharmacy Repackaging

    • Repackaging is not primarily for technicians to learn drug names; it serves cost-efficiency, availability, and expedited patient care.

    Class A Balance Usage

    • Continuity in measurement on a Class A balance requires weights to be placed on both the right side and the weighing boat or paper.

    Dosage Forms

    • Pastes contain the highest percentage of solid ingredients compared to creams, ointments, and suspensions.

    Beyond-Use Date (BUD)

    • A final compounded product’s BUD must not exceed the manufacturer’s expiration date; for 81 mg aspirin made on April 14, 2015, the assigned BUD is April 14, 2016.

    Taste Masking

    • Sweetness does not typically require masking in pharmaceuticals, whereas bitter, salty, and sour tastes often do.

    Suppository Preparation

    • The punch method is not used to prepare suppositories; methods include hand-rolling, compression, and fusion-molding.

    Mixing Compounds

    • Cylindrical graduated cylinders are not used for mixing compounds; mortars and pestles, spatulas, and ointment slabs serve this purpose.

    Compounding Resources

    • A formulation record contains essential information for compounding, including ingredients, preparation methods, and safety data.

    Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

    • GMP stands for Good Manufacturing Practice, ensuring quality standards in drug manufacturing.

    Reading Graduated Cylinders

    • Measurements in a graduated cylinder should be taken at eye level for accuracy, focusing on the bottom of the meniscus.

    Cleaning Procedures

    • Pill trays used for unit-dose tablets must be cleaned with alcohol after each use to maintain hygiene.

    Compounding Records

    • Details about compounded products are logged in a compounding record, ensuring accountability and traceability.

    USP Standards

    • The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) sets standards for a variety of dosage forms, except popsicles.

    Emulsifying Agents

    • In compounding, emulsifying agents maintain dispersion in mixtures with immiscible liquids.

    Melting Procedures

    • When melting ingredients, start with the highest melting point to avoid degradation of lower melting components.

    Personal Protection in Repackaging

    • Laboratory coats and hand washing are necessary during repackaging; shoe covers are not essential.

    Components of Saline Solution

    • The water portion of saline solution is classified as the solvent.

    Class A Balance Operations

    • The minimum weighable quantity on a Class A balance is set at 120 mg.

    Reconstitution Procedures

    • The reconstitution of antibiotics should be performed away from specified compounding areas.

    Class A Balance Characteristics

    • Class A balances are required by state boards of pharmacy, utilizing special milligram and gram weights for precision.

    Blister Packing Advantage

    • Blister packing allows easier identification of missed doses, enhancing patient compliance; however, it's not necessarily more cost-effective.

    Measurement Accuracy

    • The smallest volume accurately measured by a 50-mL graduated cylinder is 10 mL.

    Non-sterile Compounding Standards

    • Standards for non-sterile compounding are set by the United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

    Guidelines for Compounded Products

    • Beyond-use dating mandates that the BUD cannot exceed the shortest expiration date of any component and typically does not exceed 6 months for non-sterile compounds.

    Capsule Filling Methods

    • The punch method is specifically designed for filling capsules with powdered medication.

    Compounding Ingredients

    • Compounded gummy lozenges can include a range of ingredients, such as glycerinated gelatin, fruit flavors, and medicinal drugs.

    Hydrophobic Ingredients

    • Petroleum jelly is classified as hydrophobic, commonly used in ointment bases.

    Capsule Sizes

    • The largest capsule size available is 000.

    GMP Compliance

    • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for repackaging require equipment cleanliness and appropriate assignment of BUDs; technician checks are not mandatory.

    Compounding Necessities

    • Medications might be compounded for reasons such as the unavailability of commercial products, specialized dosing needs, or patient allergies.

    Compounding Processes

    • Compounding involves a range of actions including mixing, reconstituting, and packaging of medications.

    Reasons Against Repackaging

    • Easier counting is not a reason for repackaging; it serves logistical, economic, and pharmaceutical needs instead.

    Common Repackaged Dosage Forms

    • All forms, including tablets, capsules, and liquids, may be repackaged within pharmacies.

    Drug Expiration Dates

    • A drug labeled as expiring on 2/12 actually expires at the end of February 2012.

    Stability Factors for Drugs

    • Factors such as light, air, and temperature can significantly affect drug stability.

    Measuring Diluents

    • A graduated cylinder is appropriate for measuring diluents when a reconstitution tool is unavailable.

    Triuration Process

    • Triuration refers to grinding medication into a fine powder as part of the compounding process.

    Tare Functionality

    • Utilizing the tare button on a scale zeros out the weight of the container, allowing for accurate ingredient measurement.

    Mixing Techniques

    • Powder and gel ingredients should be mixed in small amounts to ensure uniformity.

    Importance of Clean Supplies

    • Clean supplies are essential for ensuring the safety and efficacy of compounded products.

    Lozenge Definition

    • A lozenge is also termed a "trouche" or "cough drop."

    Sugar Substitutes

    • Sugar substitutes are particularly useful for patients managing diabetes.

    Meniscus Reading

    • The meniscus is the curved surface of a liquid in a graduated cylinder, important for accurate volume measurement.

    Clear Liquids in Medications

    • Solvent refers to clear liquids in which drugs are fully dissolved.

    Organic Solvent Hazards

    • Organic solvents carry hazards mainly due to their flammability.

    Nutritional Supplement Dilution

    • Diluting a nutritional supplement to two-thirds strength yields the greatest volume.

    Master Formula Record Components

    • A master formula record must contain directions for compounding, lot number records, and preparer's initials.

    Large Quantity Weighing

    • A counterbalance is designed for weighing large quantities in a pharmacy setting.

    Thickening Agents

    • Suspending agents are thickening agents that provide structure within a suspension.

    Equipment for Solid Ingredients

    • A spatula is necessary for transferring solid ingredients to weighing pans.

    Particle Size Reduction Device

    • A homogenizer is used to reduce the particle size of active ingredients in pharmaceutical preparations.

    Enforcing Compounding Rules

    • Compounding rules are enforced by the state board of pharmacy to ensure compliance with legal and safety standards.

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