In addition to the USP quality standards for ointments, ophthalmic ointments must also meet quality standards for sterility and absence of metal particles. Which of the following methods of sterilization are used for ophthalmic ointments? there are no good terminal sterilization methods for ophthalmic ointments, so the components are sterilized separately and then processed together aseptically, preservatives are added when called for ophthalmic ointments are sterilized by filtration opthalmic ointments are sterilized by dry heat sterilization in a depyrogenation oven ophthalmic ointments are sterilized by autoclaving

The two general methods used for the preparation of ointments include which of the following: A. mixing and pressing B. fusion and incorporation C. traction and expulsion D. levigation and trituration

Match each sterilization method with its definition or description.-Steam-Dry Heat-Filtration-Gas-Ionizing RadiationA. the best terminal sterilization method, all other methods are compared to this methodB. containers, products in containers are sterilized by exposure to various raysC. oxidizing agents used to kill microbes in packaged supplies, on tools & equipment, and in products, some drugs are sterilized this wayD. for products that cannot withstand heat, removes living and dead microbes and particulates larger than a nominal pore sizeE. high heat, not for aqueous liquids, destroys pyrogens, penetrates petroleum jelly ointments

I. Fill in the Blanks1. is used as a disinfectant or sterilant in both liquid andgaseous form.2. is used on skin and mucous membrane to kill microorganisms.Checklist for Assessment ActivityUse the following checklist to see if you have met all the requirements for assessmentactivity:Part ADifferentiated between the following:1. Physical agents and chemical agents.2. Sterilization and disinfection.90Sector: Healthcare

Which of the following methods would be best for sterilizing a sample of a heat-sensitive solution?ANSWERUV radiationAutoclavingFiltrationFreezing

Which term best describes the word sterilization? An agent that destroys microorganisms – generally chemical agents Prevention of sepsis by destruction of inhibition of microorganisms using an agent that may be safety applied to living space The complete elimination of all microorganisms including spores The process by which pathogenic microorganisms are destroyed