Sterile Compounding Procedures

This video tutorial covers the process of withdrawing liquid from a vial, including obtaining medication orders, gathering supplies, performing calculations, and completing anteroom preparations. It details cleanroom procedures, such as cleaning the hood, and the compounding process, including handling vials, syringes, and needles. The tutorial concludes with final steps like product verification and cleanup.

What is the first step in the process of withdrawing liquid from a vial?

• Remove the flip top cap from the vial

• Clean the inside of the hood

• Obtain the medication order

• Perform calculations based on the scenario

Which of the following is part of the anteroom preparations?

• Obtaining the needed supplies

• Drawing air into the syringe

• Proper hand washing and putting on gloves

• Cleaning the base of the hood

What should be done after cleaning the ceiling of the hood?

• Remove the flip top cap from the vial

• Draw air into the syringe

• Move the vial into the compounding area

• Clean the bar and hooks

What should be done after removing the flip top cap from the vial?

• Swab the top of the vial

• Move the vial into the direct compounding area

• Place the vial in the discard pile

• Draw air into the syringe

What should be done with the used swab after swabbing the vial?

• Place it back in the package

• Place it in the direct compounding area

• Discard it in the discard pile

• Use it to clean the hood

How should the syringe be held when drawing air into it?

• On the work surface

• With both hands

• In the non-dominant hand

• In the dominant hand

What is the correct method for recapping the needle?

• Holding it in the dominant hand

• Placing it on the work surface

• Using both hands

• Using the scoop method

How should the needle be inserted into the vial?

• With a downward rotation of the wrist

• With a slight upward rotation of the wrist

• By holding the vial upside down

• By placing the vial on the work surface

What should be done with the completed product?

• Dispose of it appropriately

• Return it to the transport vehicle

• Request the judge to verify it

• Place it in the discard pile

What is the final step in the procedure?

• Dispose of waste from the discard pile

• Return equipment to the appropriate location

• Remove sterile gown and gloves

• Request the judge to verify the product