PTCB Exam PTCE Topic 3 Question 99 Discussion

Actual exam question for PTCB's PTCE exam

Question #: 99
Topic #: 3

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Which of the following should be used tohelp incorporate a solid (like powder) into an ointmentduringnonsterile compounding?

AEmulsifying agents

BDiluents

CLevigating agents

DPreservatives

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Suggested Answer: B

IV goes directly into the bloodstream. No first - pass effect.

by Cassie at Sep 14, 2024, 08:15 PM

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Roosevelt

3 months ago

Levigating agents? Sounds like something you'd find in a rock band's backstage rider. But hey, if it gets the job done, I'm all for it!

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Nan

1 months ago

D) Preservatives

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Willow

1 months ago

C) Levigating agents

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Arlyne

2 months ago

B) Diluents

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Salome

2 months ago

A) Emulsifying agents

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Temeka

3 months ago

Emulsifying agents? Not unless we're making a salad dressing. Levigating agents are the secret sauce for this one.

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Erasmo

2 months ago

Diluents and preservatives are not the right choices either.

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Eura

2 months ago

Emulsifying agents wouldn't work well for this.

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Jeff

2 months ago

I agree, they help incorporate the solid into the ointment smoothly.

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Ocie

3 months ago

Levigating agents are definitely the way to go.

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Catherin

3 months ago

But levigating agents are used to reduce particle size and make the solid incorporate better.

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Gabriele

3 months ago

Preservatives? What is this, a pickling contest? Clearly, we need some levigating action to get that solid into the ointment.

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Sheridan

2 months ago

C) Levigating agents

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Myra

3 months ago

A) Emulsifying agents

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Odette

3 months ago

I disagree, I believe the correct answer is A) Emulsifying agents.

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Stefania

3 months ago

Diluents? Really? That's like trying to mix flour into water without a whisk. Levigating agents all the way!

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Catherin

3 months ago

I think the answer is C) Levigating agents.

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Vilma

3 months ago

Hmm, I think levigating agents would be the way to go here. Gotta get that solid powder incorporated smoothly, you know?

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Lisha

2 months ago

Preservatives are important for extending the shelf life of the ointment, but they won't help with incorporating the solid powder.

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Cecilia

2 months ago

Diluents might not be the best choice for this particular situation.

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Shawnna

2 months ago

Emulsifying agents could also be helpful in creating a smooth mixture.

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Macy

2 months ago

I agree, levigating agents are essential for incorporating solid powders into ointments.

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