According toUSP <800>andOSHA guidelines, exposure control forhazardous drugs (HDs)must begin as soon as the drugenters the facilityto ensure proper handling, storage, and administration safety. This includes:
Receiving:
Hazardous drugs must beunpacked in a designated areathat isseparate from regular medications.
They shouldnot be opened in sterile or positive-pressure areasto prevent contamination.
Storage:
HDs must be stored in anegative-pressure room with proper ventilation.
They must be placed indesignated binsto reduce exposure risks.
Handling and Compounding:
Usepersonal protective equipment (PPE)such as gloves, gowns, and masks when handling hazardous drugs.
Use abiological safety cabinet (BSC) or compounding aseptic containment isolator (CACI)when preparing hazardous drugs.
A. Is dispensed→ Incorrect;control measures must start earlier, before dispensing.
C. Is compounded→ Incorrect; safety measures beginbefore compounding, when the drug arrives at the pharmacy.
D. Is placed on the pharmacy shelf→ Incorrect;exposure control measuresbegin before storage, duringreceiving and handling.
Other Answer Choices Explained:References:
USP <800> Hazardous Drug Handling Guidelines
OSHA Hazardous Drug Safety Standards
NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) Hazardous Drug List
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