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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Temeka

7 days ago

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

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Catherin

8 days ago

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

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Gabriele

8 days 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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Odette

10 days ago

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

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Stefania

12 days 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

14 days ago

I think the answer is C) Levigating agents.

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Vilma

15 days 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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