PREPARATION AND DISTRUBITION OF PARENTERAL DRUGS
This term describes the process of removing all microorganisms from a parenteral preparation.
Sterilization
The term for a drug form designed to disintegrate in the stomach and release medication gradually.
EC (Enteric Coated)
This software function allows pharmacies to track patient prescriptions and refill history.
Pharmacy management software (Kroll, Healthwatch...)
In Canada, only a licensed pharmacist can perform this activity.
So many correct answers here lol.. lets see what you said!
This type of error occurs when a patient receives the wrong medication.
Medication Error. (There are some other correct answers as well)
The type of needle gauge commonly used for intravenous injections ranges between these numbers.
18-25 gauge
This excipient is commonly used as a filler in solid oral dosage forms.
Lactose
The process of verifying a prescription before dispensing to ensure it is safe and appropriate.
Prescription Verification
Controlled drugs and substances are regulated under this federal act.
CDSA
The process of checking medications against standards to ensure correct potency and purity.
quality control
This is the primary reason for using a laminar airflow hood when preparing parenteral drugs.
aseptic environment
When a pharmacist compounds a cream or ointment, this type of balance ensures accurate weighing of ingredients.
Analytical Balance
In Canada, community pharmacies must follow this regulatory framework set by provincial bodies.
provincial pharmacy act or regulations
This document is required for a pharmacy to operate legally in any Canadian province.
Pharmacy License or Permit
This term refers to reducing the risk of infection during drug preparation.
Aseptic technique
Name the technique used to ensure parenteral medications are free of pyrogens.
endotoxin testing or pyrogen testing
Name the primary technique used to ensure uniform distribution of active ingredients in powdered medications.
Geometric Dilution
This type of service involves pharmacists providing immunizations, medication reviews, and chronic disease monitoring.
The federal body that sets the standards for drug approval and safety in Canada.
Health Canada
Before dispensing, pharmacists perform this check to ensure dosage and patient safety.
Clinical Check
The USP chapter that outlines the standards for sterile compounding in the United States (also widely referenced in Canada).
USP <797>
This is the term for non-parenteral medications prepared specifically for a patient based on a prescription.
extemporaneous compounding
A mandatory system in pharmacies to report adverse drug reactions or medication errors.
Canadian Vigilance Program
Pharmacists must follow these rules when preparing sterile products to prevent contamination.
USP <797> / NAPRA guidelines
This type of recall occurs when a drug is likely to cause serious adverse health consequences or death.
Class I recall