Pharmacy Business: Module 3 Review

Question 1

Measures taken to minimize the risk of exposure to blood and body fluids.

Answer 1

barrier precautions

Question 2

An image or object that serves as an alert that there is a risk to organisms, such as ionizing radiation or harmful bacteria or viruses.

Answer 2

biohazard symbol

Question 3

A substance that causes cancer.

Answer 3

carcinogenic

Question 4

A substance that eats away at something.

Answer 4

caustic

Question 5

The science of designing equipment to maximize productivity by lessening the discomfort and fatigue of employees.

Answer 5

ergonomic

Question 6

A written procedure for the treatment of persons exposed to biohazardous or similar chemically harmful materials.

Answer 6

exposure control plan

Question 7

A written procedure that includes fire extinguisher locations, fire alarm pull-box locations, sprinkler system location, exit signs, and clear directions to the quickest and safest exit of a building during an emergency.

Answer 7

fire safety and emergency plan

Question 8

Application of warning labels for all hazardous chemicals.

Answer 8

hazard communication plan

Question 9

Written or printed material concerning a hazardous chemical that includes information on the chemical’s identity and physical and chemical characteristics.

Answer 9

safety data sheet (SDS)

Question 10

A substance that causes developmental malformation to an embryo or fetus.

Answer 10

teratogenic

Question 11

A set of guidelines for infection control.

Answer 11

universal precautions

Question 12

The science of designing equipment to maximize productivity by lessening the discomfort and fatigue of employees.

Answer 12

Ergonomics

Question 13

The _____ Safety and Health Act was established in 1970.

Answer 13

occupational

Question 13

Safety is extremely important in the _____.

Answer 13

pharmacy

Question 14

OSHA is part of the U.S. Department of _____.

Answer 14

labor

Question 15

OSHA establishes safety regulations and monitors _____.

Answer 15

compliance

Question 16

OSHA regulates all workplace environments and enforces _____ and emergency plans.

Answer 16

fire saftey

Question 17

Chemical materials may be flammable, caustic, poisonous, carcinogenic, or _____.

Answer 17

tetratogenic

Question 18

A _____ communication plan informs employees of hazardous chemicals and health risks.

Answer 18

hazard

Question 19

All hazardous chemicals must have warning _____.

Answer 19

labels

Question 20

OSHA requires an MSDS for each hazardous _____ used.

Answer 20

chemical

Question 21

MSDS sheets include trade names, synonyms, and _____ info.

Answer 21

Manufacturer

Question 22

MSDS also includes fire, explosion, and _____ hazard data.

Answer 22

health

Question 23

The top red diamond in the NFPA system represents _____.

Answer 23

flammability

Question 24

The left blue diamond represents _____ hazard.

Answer 24

health

Question 25

The bottom white diamond represents radioactivity or _____.

Answer 25

special hazards

Question 26

The right yellow diamond shows _____ hazards.

Answer 26

reactivity

Question 27

OSHA requires training at the start of employment and _____.

Answer 27

annually

Question 28

Training must match the employee’s _____ and education level.

Answer 28

literacy

Question 29

The Bloodborne Pathogens Standard helps reduce risk of HIV and _____.

Answer 29

HBV

Question 30

Category I employers must offer free _____ B vaccinations.

Answer 30

Hepatitis

Question 31

Areas include exposure control, labeling, follow-up, and _____ training.

Answer 31

employee

Question 32

Universal _____ are used to protect against exposure to blood

Answer 32

precautions

Question 33

Latex gloves should be powder-free and _____ allergen.

Answer 33

low

Question 34

ndividuals with latex allergies should use _____ gloves.

Answer 34

hypoallergenic

Question 35

Fire safety plans must include marked exits and published _____.

Answer 35

escape routes

Question 36

About 1/3 of injuries reported are _____ disorders.

Answer 36

muscoskeletal

Question 37

_____ is the science of designing tools and environments for human use.

Answer 37

ergonomics

Question 38

Ergonomics is also called “human engineering” or “human _____.”

Answer 38

factors

Question 39

The exposure control plan must be written and regularly _____.

Answer 39

updated

Question 40

OSHA provides guidance for hazards, including those involving _____ materials.

Answer 40

radioactive

Question 41

One way to reduce radiation exposure is increasing _____.

Answer 41

distance

Question 42

Radiation exposure is tracked using _____ badges.

Answer 42

film

Question 43

Employers with over 10 workers must track work-related _____ and illnesses.

Answer 43

injuries

Question 44

Tracking injuries helps prevent incidents in potentially _____ workplaces.

Answer 44

hazarrdous

Question 45

State boards of pharmacy implement specific standards for the _____ profession.

Answer 45

pharmacy

Question 46

Pharmacy technicians must follow their employer’s policies and _____.

Answer 46

procedures

Question 47

Medication errors can be reduced by limiting the amount, volume, and number of _____ of each medication.

Answer 47

concentrations

Question 48

Great care must be taken to avoid _____ with microorganisms.

Answer 48

contamination

Question 49

_____ washing and clean technique are critical in medication preparation.

Answer 49

hand

Question 50

Cytotoxic drugs can expose workers to contact, splashing, or _____.

Answer 50

inhalation

Question 51

Care must be taken when withdrawing medications, opening ampules, or _____ air from syringes.

Answer 51

expelling

Question 52

If exposed to hazardous drugs, the person must go to the _____.

Answer 52

emergency room

Question 53

Pharmacies must have spill _____ kits available.

Answer 53

clean up

Question 54

Bleach is recommended for cleaning up spills of _____.

Answer 54

blood

Question 55

Extremely toxic spills require a specially trained hazardous _____ team.

Answer 55

cleanup

Question 56

Universal precautions assume all human blood is infectious for _____, HBV, and other pathogens.

Answer 56

HIV

Question 57

Universal precautions also apply to body fluids, broken skin, and _____ membranes.

Answer 57

mucous

Question 58

Hazardous materials may be toxic, ignitable, radioactive, or _____.

Answer 58

corrosive

Question 59

The EPA's _____ list includes nonspecific source wastes.

Answer 59

F

Question 60

The _____ list includes source-specific wastes.

Answer 60

K

Question 61

The P-list and U-list cover discarded commercial _____.

Answer 61

Chemicals

Question 62

Materials that come into contact with blood are treated as _____ waste.

Answer 62

hazardous

Question 63

Waste containers must be labeled with the _____ symbol.

Answer 63

biohazard

Question 64

Most facilities hire companies for hazardous waste _____ and disposal.

Answer 64

removal

Question 65

PPE includes gloves, gowns, masks, and _____.

Answer 65

face shields

Question 66

PPE provides _____ precautions against exposure.

Answer 66

barrier

Question 67

Every facility must have an emergency _____ station by law.

Answer 67

eyewash

Question 68

OSHA does not cite employees but they must still _____ with all safety standards.

Answer 68

cocmply

Question 69

Employee rights are generally the same in federal and _____ OSHA states.

Answer 69

state

Question 70

A substance that causes cancer is ____________________.

Answer 70

carcinogenic

Question 71

Standard Precautions assume that:

Answer 71

all human blood and specified human body fluids are infectious.

Question 72

T or F To ensure that all employees are aware of the contents of waste containers, they must be labeled with the biohazard symbol.

Answer 72

True

Question 73

____________________ has the right to inspect private and public work sites to be sure all protocols and guidelines are being followed.

Answer 73

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Question 74

If any employee is looking for fire and explosion data on a specific chemical, where would they look?

Answer 74

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Question 75

Which year did the federal government pass the Occupational Safety and Health Act?

Answer 75

1970

Question 76

The destruction of organisms after they leave the body is called:

Answer 76

medical asepsis.

Question 77

Companies with greater than ____________________ employees must maintain records of all work-related injuries and illnesses.

Answer 77

10

Question 78

A substance that causes developmental malformations is called ____________________.

Answer 78

teratogenic

Question 79

A set of standards for infection control is called ____________________.

Answer 79

standard precautions

Question 80

For each hazardous chemical material used in a pharmacy, the pharmacy should have a:

Answer 80

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Question 81

Ergonomics is also referred to as “human engineering” and “____________________.”

Answer 81

human factors

Question 82

If a biohazard is spilled in the pharmacy, which of the following is recommended for the cleanup?

Answer 82

bleach

Question 83

OSHA requires that all health care workers be immunized against:

Answer 83

hepatitis B.

Question 84

Approximately what percentage of health care workers are sensitive to latex gloves?

Answer 84

8% to 12%

Question 85

The blue diamond on a hazard identification system label indicates:

Answer 85

health hazards

Question 86

In case of emergency, ____________________ stations are required in each facility by law.

Answer 86

eye wash

Question 87

The complete destruction of all forms of microbial life is called:

Answer 87

sterilization

Question 88

Which gas is frequently used for sterilization?

Answer 88

Ethylene oxide

Question 89

If the red diamond on the top of a hazard identification system label has a “4,” this means the chemical:

Answer 89

s extremely flammable.

Question 90

A piece of medical equipment that cannot undergo high temperatures may be sterilized using:

Answer 90

Chemical sterilization

Question 91

The destruction of pathogens by physical or chemical means is called:

Answer 91

disinfection