Asked by michelle
How can the pharmacist and pharmacy technician help reduce or eliminate compounding errors?
I. Double check all calculations.
II. Double check all weight or volume measurements.
III. Verify how the final prescription will be used.
I only
I and II only
II and III only
All of the above
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All of the above.
Rationale:
- I: Calculation errors are a common source of compounding mistakes; independent double checks (by another technician or the pharmacist) reduce risk.
- II: Incorrect weights/volumes cause wrong concentrations/doses; verifying measurements and using calibrated equipment prevents this.
- III: Knowing intended use (route, patient age, dosing frequency, sterility needs) ensures the correct formulation, concentration, and container are chosen and avoids dangerous mismatches.
Practical steps: use written SOPs, checklists, independent double-checks, calibrated balances/pipettes, clear labeling, and pharmacist final verification.
Rationale:
- I: Calculation errors are a common source of compounding mistakes; independent double checks (by another technician or the pharmacist) reduce risk.
- II: Incorrect weights/volumes cause wrong concentrations/doses; verifying measurements and using calibrated equipment prevents this.
- III: Knowing intended use (route, patient age, dosing frequency, sterility needs) ensures the correct formulation, concentration, and container are chosen and avoids dangerous mismatches.
Practical steps: use written SOPs, checklists, independent double-checks, calibrated balances/pipettes, clear labeling, and pharmacist final verification.
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