Publisher's Synopsis
NHIA's Sterile Compounding ACT is the definitive training program for Sterile Compounding competency, including what you need to know about the 2022 revision of USP General Chapter, and is a must-have resource for all clean rooms and especially for designated persons. There is also an extensive chapter on USP hazardous drug compounding and handling.
The advanced training will prepare individuals with the knowledge required for the BCSCP (Pharmacist) and CSPT (Pharmacy Technician) certification exams. The program was written by renowned industry expert Abby Roth, BS, CMQ/OE and reviewed by the expert NHIA Sterile Compounding Practice Committee. Units include:- Definitions and Scope of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Standards
- Categories of Compounded Sterile Preparations (CSPs) and Beyond Use Dates (BUDs)
- Facilities and Engineering Controls
- Maintenance of the Clean Room
- Aseptic Practices
- Viable Air and Surface Sampling
- Preparation, Handling, Storage, Packaging, and Transport of CSPs
- Training and Evaluation
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Other Documentation
- USP - Hazardous Drug Compounding
NHIA is a trade association that represents companies that provide medically necessary infusion therapies to patients in alternate sites, as well as companies that manufacture and supply infusion and specialty pharmacy products. The association's mission is to provide advocacy, education, and resources to the infusion provider community so the patients they serve can lead healthy, independent lives. For more information, visit www.nhia.org.
