Sterile Compounding Pre-Quiz

Who must approve sterile products for which sterility is required, as mentioned in the document?

• Health Canada

• The World Health Organization

• The Food and Drug Administration

• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Olivia is studying pharmacy and comes across the abbreviation USP in her textbook. What does USP stand for?

• United States Pharmacopeia

• National Formulary (United States)

• International Organization for Standardization

• Controlled Environment Testing Association

What is the primary purpose of the Model Standards for Pharmacy Compounding of Non-hazardous Sterile Preparations?

• To standardize pharmacy technician training programs

• To provide guidelines for hazardous waste disposal

• To regulate the sale of over-the-counter medications

• To ensure the safety and quality of compounded sterile preparations

Which organization publishes the United States Pharmacopeia (USP)?

• World Health Organization

• Health Canada

• United States Pharmacopeial Convention

• Food and Drug Administration

Scarlett is working in a pharmacy and is responsible for preparing sterile compounded medications. According to the Model Standards, what must Scarlett maintain to ensure the sterility of the compounded preparations?

• Controlled environment and aseptic techniques

• Open-air compounding areas

• Unrestricted access to compounding rooms

• Manual record-keeping only