Sterile Product Compounding: Critical Sites and Aseptic Technique

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What is the primary purpose of establishing appropriate aseptic technique in sterile product compounding?

To promote airflow direction in the hood
To minimize contact with non-sterile surfaces (correct)
To ensure correct spacing of items within the hood
To maximize the use of Category 1 environmental controls

What is the main distinction between Category 1 and Category 2 environmental controls in UPS Chapter?

Category 1 is used for immediate-use CSPs, while Category 2 is for non-immediate-use CSPs
Category 1 is used for refrigerated storage, while Category 2 is for room temperature storage
Category 1 has more environmental controls than Category 2
Category 2 has more environmental controls than Category 1 (correct)

What is the primary purpose of using a sporicidal agent in sterile product compounding?

To destroy bacterial and fungi spores (correct)
To disinfect surfaces and objects
To prepare surfaces for cleaning
To remove dirt and debris from surfaces

What is the significance of the 'hub of needle' in sterile product compounding?

It is a critical site that requires aseptic technique (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for a multi-dose vial to be used in sterile product compounding?

It must contain a preservative to inhibit microbial growth (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of wearing sterile, powder-free gloves in sterile product compounding?

To provide a barrier against microbial contamination (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of reconstituting vials within the hood in sterile product compounding?

To reduce the risk of airborne contamination (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Category 2 and Category 3 environmental controls in UPS Chapter?

Level of environmental controls (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for Immediate Use CSPs?

Unused starting components are stored for later use (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a cleaning agent in sterile product compounding?

To remove residues and debris from surfaces (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'exposed syringe plunger' in sterile product compounding?

It is a critical site for contamination (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for garbing in sterile product compounding?

Wearing a lint-low gown with sleeves (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of establishing airflow direction in sterile product compounding?

To minimize airborne contamination (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'rubber stopper of vials' in sterile product compounding?

It is a critical site for contamination (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of ISO Class 5 in sterile product compounding?

To prepare Class 1, 2, and 3 CSPs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of wearing low-lint shoe covers in sterile product compounding?

To minimize the spread of microorganisms (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration for placement of items within the hood in sterile product compounding?

To space items 2 finger-widths apart (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of exchanging ~2 mL at a time for small vials in sterile product compounding?

To maintain aseptic conditions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary distinction between single-dose and multi-dose vials in sterile product compounding?

The number of doses contained (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for a CSP to be classified as Immediate Use in UPS Chapter?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a disinfectant in sterile product compounding?

To destroy fungi, viruses, and bacteria (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of wearing a facial hair cover in sterile product compounding?

To prevent contamination from hair (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of ISO Class 8 in sterile product compounding?

Buffer room with access to positive-pressure buffer room (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration for administration of Immediate Use CSPs?

Administration begins within 4 hours from start of preparation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of wearing a lint-low gown with sleeves in sterile product compounding?

To prevent contamination from fabric (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of applying sterile 70% isopropyl alcohol to gloves before entering the compounding area?

To disinfect the gloves (C) Signup and view all the answers