PTCB PTCE Exam - Topic 2 Question 127 Discussion

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Question #: 127
Topic #: 2

According toUSP Chapter <800>, appropriateeye and face protectionmust be worn in which of the following scenarios involvingany hazardous drug?

ACounting out tablets

BDisinfecting a surface

CCleaning a spill

DRefrigerating a compound

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Suggested Answer: C

USP <800> mandates that personal protective equipment (PPE) be worn when handling hazardous drug spillsto protect againstinhalation, skin absorption, or accidental ingestion.

Full PPE includes gloves, gowns, eye protection, and respiratory protection when necessary.

Reference:USP <800> Hazardous Drug Handling Guidelines.

by Emiko at Jun 01, 2026, 11:42 AM

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Domingo

I agree with the others, but I feel like all options might require some level of protection. I need to double-check USP Chapter 800.

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Lashandra

5 days ago

I’m a bit confused; I thought we only needed eye protection for more direct contact scenarios, like cleaning spills.

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Aileen

10 days ago

I remember practicing questions about hazardous drugs, and I feel like disinfecting a surface might not need that level of protection.

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Junita

15 days ago

I think eye and face protection is definitely required for cleaning a spill, but I'm not sure about the other options.

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