A chemotherapy _____ is a small plastic device with a spike at one end, a Luer-lock syringe adaptor at the other end, and a small vent with a 0.22-micron HEPA filter in the middle.

 Why should you tap or swirl an ampule prior to swabbing the neck?

How many perpetual inventory log books are used in the pharmacy?

 The vast majority of ampules for parenteral use contain

During the compounding of an ampule-based preparation, what type of needle must be used prior to the injection of medication into a CSP?

 When preparing supplies in the hood, where should the IV technician place the discard pile?

 TPN solutions are generally comprised of highly concentrated _____ and water solutions.

 If cells are subjected to a _____ solution, water will be drawn into the cells, causing them to swell.

 According to USP Chapter guidelines, a compounding hood should be cleaned at the beginning of every shift and every _____ during continuous sterile compounding.

 Withdrawing fluid from an IVPB bag is different from withdrawing fluid from a vial in that the IV technician