18 Questions
What is the purpose of the USP General Chapter regarding hazardous drugs?
To minimize the exposure to hazardous drugs within health care settings
What is a requirement for personnel involved in compounding nonsterile products?
Initial training and a documented refresher training every 12 months
What is a core competency of training for personnel involved in compounding nonsterile products?
All of the above
What is a significant change introduced in the updated USP General Chapter?
The concept of water activity (aw)
What is required for personal hygiene and garbing in nonsterile compounding?
Gloves and handwashing, and removing personal jewelry and watch
When did the revised USP General Chapter become official?
November 1, 2023
What is the main regulatory body responsible for overseeing pharmacy compounding?
State Board of Pharmacy
What is the purpose of the Drug Quality and Security Act (DQSA)?
To give the FDA more authority to regulate and monitor compounding
What type of pharmacies are subject to stricter regulations and guidelines for compounding?
503A and 503B pharmacies
What organization issues national standards for compounding?
USP
What is the purpose of a hood in pharmacy compounding?
To prevent contamination and exposure to hazardous drugs
What is the primary concern when handling hazardous drugs in pharmacy compounding?
Protecting the compounder from exposure to hazardous drugs
What is the minimum duration for washing hands and forearms with soap and water?
30 seconds
What is the purpose of a Beyond Use Date (BUD)?
To indicate the date after which a compounded preparation must not be used
What is the primary purpose of garbing in non-sterile compounding?
To protect the compounded preparation from contamination
What is the difference between a Beyond Use Date (BUD) and an expiration date?
A BUD is determined by the pharmacist, while an expiration date is established by the manufacturer
What is the purpose of drying hands and forearms completely before donning gloves?
To reduce the risk of microbial contamination
What should be outlined in a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for non-sterile compounding?
The garbing requirements and frequency of changing for personnel
Test your knowledge of USP General Chapter regulations, including updates to personnel training and hazardous drug handling in healthcare settings. Questions based on The Art, Science, and Technology of Pharmaceutical Compounding, 6th Edition.
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