Sterile Compounding – PTCB Exam Flashcards
Master sterile compounding concepts for the PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification exam. These 25 flashcards cover USP <797> standards, aseptic technique, beyond-use dating, cleanroom classifications, and laminar airflow workbenches essential for passing your certification.
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Question 1
What USP chapter governs the standards for sterile compounding in pharmacy practice?
Answer
USP <797> sets the standards for sterile compounding, including facility design, personnel training, and beyond-use dating to ensure patient safety.
Question 2
Under USP <797>, what are the three categories of compounded sterile preparations (CSPs) based on risk of microbial contamination?
Answer
The three categories are Category 1 (shorter BUD, no sterility testing required) and Category 2 (longer BUD, sterility and endotoxin testing required), with the 2023 revision replacing the old low/medium/high risk levels.
Question 3
What is the beyond-use date (BUD) for a Category 1 CSP stored at controlled room temperature?
Answer
A Category 1 CSP stored at controlled room temperature has a BUD of no more than 12 hours.
Question 4
What is the maximum BUD for a Category 1 CSP stored under refrigeration?
Answer
A Category 1 CSP stored under refrigeration has a BUD of no more than 24 hours.
Question 5
What is the maximum beyond-use date for an immediate-use CSP that is not a hazardous drug?
Answer
An immediate-use CSP must be administered within 4 hours of preparation and is intended for emergency or immediate patient care situations.
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