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What is a unit?
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A unit is a measurement of a drug, by the activity it generates in the body.
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Define Equivalents
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the ability of a positive ion to bind with a negative ion.
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What is a class A balance and who needs it?
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A class A balance weighs substances up to 120gm
Every pharmacy is required to have one. |
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What is a solution balance?
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a solution balance is a single pan with an arm as a counter balance weighing up to 20kg
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What is a counter balance?
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a counter balance is a double pan balance that weighs between 100mg to 5kg.
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What is a mortar and pestle used for?
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used to grind(triturate) crystals and large particles into powders.
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When is it preferable to use a syringe?
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When measuring volumes 30ml or less
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How do you measure and read liquids?
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you measure at eye level and read the measurement at the bottom of the meniscus.
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What are the different forms of compounded medications?
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Liquids, Solids, Suspensions, Suppositories and Capsules
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Which of these forms is most common?
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Liquids are the most common form of compound medication.
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Define suspensions
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suspensions appear cloudy and shaking is often required.
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Why is a capsule used in compounding?
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when a tablet cannot be broken into the amount of medication needed.
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Summarize the compounding method for suppositories.
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Base material is melted, active ingredient is added.
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How should you clean products used in compounding oiontments?
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Clean with alcohol or acetate
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What drugs are measured in units?
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Insulin, Heparin, vitamins, hormones, antibiotics(certain forms of penicillin) and anticoagulants.
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What brand of Insulin is most commonly distributed?
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Eli Lily & Co and NovoNordisk
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What is the difference between Humulin R and Humulin N?
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Humulin R is rapid acting
Humulin N is Intermediate acting |
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What is the normal range of blood glucoselevels? When is it too high?
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70-110mg/dl is normal.
330 is to high |
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How do you assign an expiration date of a repackaged drug?
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One quarter of the manufacturers expiration date or six months which ever is less.
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Are all mortar and pestles used for the same purpose? If not, what's the difference?
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No, Porcelain is preferred for blending powders. Glass is used for mixing liquids.
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