Which of the following amounts of time is recommended for hand washing before compounding?

30 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
120 seconds


30 seconds

Rationale: The ASHP recommends that pharmacy technicians wash their hands for 30 seconds before compounding sterile products.

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a. damaged medical equipment. b. durable medical equipment. c. donning medical equipment. d. doctor of medical examiner.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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