Terminology
Product that is introduced into the body via a needle
Parenteral
What is the end opening that attaches to the syringe made of hard plastic
The Hub
When visually inspecting a compounded product what are you looking for?
Evidence of particles, discoloration, leaks, cracks, improper seals, and other defects
defined by Remington's as any infusion greater than 100mls
Large Volume Parentals
Enable the optimal aspiration of mixed and reconstituted drugs. Reduces needle-stick injuries and costly overfill requirements.
Luer-lock vial Adapter (Closed System Adapter)
Temperature monitoring/documentation should be done when? Also, when are reading available for an inspection.
Monitor conditions in the storage areas daily, and document on a temperature log. Readings available upon request.
constant administration of fluids over hours or days is what?
Continuous Parenteral Therapy
Demonstrating Competency in Garbing and Hand Hygiene is done how many months?
Repeated atleast every 6 months
Facilities and Engineering Controls are comprised of what 5 controls?
Protection- from Airborne Contaminants
Facility Design and Environmental Controls
Creating Areas to Achieve Easily Cleanable Conditions
Water Sources
Placement and movement of materials
A device or zone that provides as ISO Class 5 air quality environment for sterile compounding is?
Primary Engineering Control (PEC)
What is the definition on quality control and what does DAC mean in quality control?
sampling, testing, and documentation of results that, taken together, ensure the specifications have been met before releasing the CSP.
DAC stands for - Defining, Assessing, and Corrective Actions
What is compatibility and incompatibility in sterile compounding mean?
Compatibility the ability to combine two ore more base components or additives with a solution without causing a physical or chemical change of any of the solutions components or additives.
Incompatibility is a physical or chemical phenomenon that reduces the concentration of the active ingredient. Visual solubility change or container interactions. Chemical is a result from a chemical reaction that causes a change in molecular structure or drugs
The area where the PEC is placed is called?
Secondary Engineering Control (SEC)
Multi-Dose containers may be used up to how many days when punctured after intial puncture
28 days
How long does it take for bacteria to grow back? How long should I be washing my hands for?
30-45 minutes it takes for bacteria to grow back. Wash hands for atleast 30 seconds.