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Ch. 12 Aseptic Tech.
Term | Definition |
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Primary engineering control (PEC) | a device or zone that provides Class 5 environment for sterile compounding |
Reconstituted | a substance that had had a diluent added to a powder |
Standard operating procedures (SOPs) | written guidelines and criteria that list specific steps for various competencies |
SUBCUT | subcutaneous; under the skin |
drip or infusion | an IV bag medication that is infused over a specified amount of time but is not given IV push |
NPO | nothing by mouth |
tubing for pumps | tubing is specific to manufacturer's machine |
tubing transfer sets | blood transfer sets; used to transfer the contents of large containers into empty containers |
true or false: It is safe to wipe a needle with 70% sterile alcohol when it touches an unintended surface | False. |
How often should you clean a biological safety cabinet? | at the start of each shift, start of each batch, at least every 30 mins, and if the surface ever gets contaminated |
How often should you clean walls and storage shelves of a clean room? | Monthly |
How often should you clean counters, floors, and other work surfaces? | Daily |
What does USP stand for and what are they responsible for? | United States Pharmacopeia; they provide safety guidelines and regulations for the preparation of parenteral and other sterile medications. |
Sections 1-5 of USP <797> | 1. Scope 2. Personnel Qualifications 3. Personal Hygiene and PPE 4. Building and Facilities 5. Environmental Monitoring |
nosocomial infection | an infection that originates in a hospital. |
Category 1 Risk Level | compounded sterile products that have a maximum beyond-use date of 12 hours |
Category 2 Risk Level | compounded sterile products that have a beyond-use date greater than 12 hours |