A pharmacy technician accidentally spills a small amount of hazardous medication onto their skin while preparing an IV admixture. What should they do first?

A pharmacy technician accidentally spills a

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AReport the incident to a supervisor
BCheck the drug safety data sheet immediately
CContinue preparing the IV admixture
DWash the affected area with soap and water

✓ Correct answer: D. Wash the affected area with soap and water Answer: Wash the affected area with soap and water The first thing to do after exposure to a hazardous medication is to wash the area with soap and water to remove any contaminants. Following this, the technician should report the incident to a supervisor and follow facility protocols for further medical evaluation and necessary follow-up actions.

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