Which type of parenteral medication container is made of glass, is scored, and needs to be broken open before withdrawing the medication?
a. Ampule
b. Carpuject
c. Mix-O-Vial
d. Vial
ANS: A
Ampules are glass containers that need to be broken open before withdrawing medication. Carpujects are prefilled syringes. Mix-O-Vial containers have two compartments for mixing medications and are not scored. Vials are glass or plastic containers that are not broken open.
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