PTCB Exam PTCE Topic 6 Question 78 Discussion

Actual exam question for PTCB's PTCE exam

Question #: 78
Topic #: 6

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What is the first thing a pharmacy technician should do when a body area is exposed to a hazardous substance?

ANotify the pharmacy manager

BThoroughly flush with water

CCall environmental services for help with cleanup

DGo to the emergency department

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Suggested Answer: A

by Joseph at Dec 08, 2023, 03:31 PM

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Solange

6 days ago

A) Notify the pharmacy manager is important, but I think B) is the priority - safety first, then notify the manager.

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Noel

8 days ago

I think notifying the pharmacy manager should also be done simultaneously to ensure proper protocol is followed.

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Brock

9 days ago

I agree with Joanna, flushing with water is the first step to take in case of exposure to a hazardous substance.

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Joanna

10 days ago

B) Thoroughly flush with water

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Portia

12 days ago

I think notifying the pharmacy manager should also be done, so they can take appropriate action and prevent future incidents.

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Ngoc

15 days ago

B) Thoroughly flush with water seems like the most logical first step to me. Can't have the hazardous substance hanging around, gotta get that flushed off ASAP!

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Alisha

16 days ago

I agree with Chi. Flushing with water can help minimize the effects of the hazardous substance before seeking further help.

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Chi

25 days ago

B) Thoroughly flush with water. It's important to remove the hazardous substance from the body as quickly as possible.

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