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What is the primary purpose of regulating the supply of pharmacy products in Australia?

  • To ensure health and safety and protect consumer rights (correct)
  • To increase the sales of pharmacy products
  • To promote competition among pharmacy businesses
  • To limit the number of pharmacies operating in the country

Which document lists the schedule information for all medicines in Australia?

  • Drugs, poisons and controlled substances legislation
  • Therapeutic Goods Act
  • Standards for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP) (correct)
  • Pharmacy Board Guidelines

Which of the following is NOT a component of the legal requirements for community pharmacy?

  • Sales Strategy Law (correct)
  • Consumer Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Privacy Laws

Which source of information would be most relevant for interpreting the scheduling of medicines?

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What type of legislation defines how the Acts will be applied and enforced?

<p>Regulations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following legislation specifically pertains to the control of medicines and chemicals?

<p>Therapeutic Goods Act (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines how medicines and chemicals are classified in terms of regulatory control?

<p>The classification or Schedules system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is allowed to handle and supply medicines according to legal regulations?

<p>Only authorized pharmacy staff (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a Pharmacy Assistant do when a customer comes in complaining of tiredness?

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Why is it important for Pharmacy Assistants to be familiar with the schedule of medicines?

<p>To follow correct protocols for supply and presentation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What key factor should a Pharmacy Assistant recognize when a product has a brand name?

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When assisting a customer with an allergy who is on regular medications, what is crucial for the Pharmacy Assistant?

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What information should a Pharmacy Assistant provide when a customer inquires about athletes foot?

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What is the primary purpose of the Poisons Standard?

<p>To classify medicines and poisons into schedules (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which schedule includes substances for which professional advice is required from a pharmacist?

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Which of the following schedules would a prescription only medicine fall under?

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What characterizes substances found in Schedule 7?

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What is a main consideration when determining the schedule of a medicine?

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Which of the following is a characteristic of Schedule 5 poisons?

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What is the role of the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)?

<p>To administer the Therapeutic Goods Act and approve medicines for sale. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for registering pharmacists in Australia?

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Schedule 6 poisons are characterized by which of the following?

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What is meant by 'Pharmacist Only Medicines'?

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Which of the following is NOT a consideration in determining the schedule of a medicine?

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What does Schedule 8 refer to in the context of poisons?

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What does the active 'medicinal agent' refer to?

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What is a common hazard of medicines in Schedule 6?

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What must accompany advertisements for Schedule 3 medicines listed in Appendix H?

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Where must Schedule 2 medicines be displayed in a pharmacy?

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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of community pharmacies?

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What is one of the considerations for customers acting as agents for patients?

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What additional support may customers from non-English speaking backgrounds require?

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How are procedures within pharmacies typically developed?

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What is a common characteristic of customers needing special consideration?

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In what scenario are customers who contact the pharmacy by phone treated similarly to in-person customers?

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What may affect the organization of medicines within a pharmacy?

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Why do customers prefer to speak with trained staff in pharmacies?

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Which of the following is a category of medicines commonly available in pharmacies?

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What is a typical need of customers entering the pharmacy?

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Why might a pharmacist need to consider cultural awareness?

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What is one outcome of participating in training for pharmacy staff?

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What determines the level of access to medicines and chemicals?

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Where are Pharmacist Only Medicines typically stored within a pharmacy?

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Which schedule classification requires the involvement of a pharmacist in the sale of medicines?

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What is required for a therapeutic good to be legally supplied in Australia?

<p>It must be included in the ARTG (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should pharmacy assistants do before selling a medicine?

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Which of the following statements about advertising scheduled medicines is true?

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What constitutes a price list for scheduled medicines?

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Which of the following is a requirement for selling Pharmacy Medicines?

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Which document can pharmacy assistants refer to for information on the schedule of a medicine?

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What does the Poisons Standard regulate?

<p>Access and control of scheduled drugs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Advisory Committee in Chemical Scheduling (ACCS)?

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Controlled Drugs (S8) must be stored in what manner?

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What is not a possible source of information about the schedule of a medicine?

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Which of the following medicines must be kept out of sight of the public?

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Flashcards

Pharmacy Product Regulation

The legal framework that ensures the safety and accessibility of pharmacy products in Australia.

Acts

Legal acts passed by parliaments at the state or federal level.

Regulations

Rules that provide specific details and guidelines for implementing and enforcing Acts.

Industry Standards

Developed by industry bodies to guide practices based on Acts and regulations.

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Scheduling of Medicines

A classification system that controls how medicines and chemicals are accessible to consumers based on their potential risks.

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SUSMP (Standards for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons)

The official guide outlining the scheduling information for all medicines in Australia.

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TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration)

A major source of information for interpreting and applying information about medicine scheduling.

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Pharmacy Board of Australia

The authority responsible for setting professional standards and guidelines for pharmacists in Australia.

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Pharmacist Only Medicines

Medicines that require a pharmacist's intervention for dispensing, often due to higher risks or potential for misuse.

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Pharmacy Medicines

Medicines that can be accessed directly by customers without a pharmacist's consultation, but still require guidance and dispensing from a pharmacy professional.

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Medicine Scheduling

A system of classifying medicines based on their safety and potential for misuse, dictating how they can be accessed by customers.

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Schedule 4 Medicines

A specific type of medicine classification that requires a pharmacist's consultation for supply, typically due to higher risks or potential for misuse.

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Prescription Medicines

A specific type of medicine classification that requires a prescription from a medical practitioner for supply, often for conditions needing specialized management.

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Poisons Standard

A legal document outlining the classification of medicines and poisons into different schedules to regulate their availability and use in Australia.

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Pharmacy Medicines (PM) (Schedule 2)

Medicines that are safe to use with guidance, suitable for minor ailments diagnosed by the consumer, and available without a prescription.

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Pharmacist Only Medicines (POM) (Schedule 3)

Medicines that are safe with pharmacist advice, suitable for minor ailments verified by the pharmacist, and require pharmacist guidance or monitoring.

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Prescription Only Medicines (Schedule 4)

Medicines that can only be obtained with a prescription from a doctor.

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Controlled Drug (Schedule 8)

Medicines that have a high potential for abuse and dependence, requiring strict control in their manufacturing, supply, and use.

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Schedule 5 Drugs and Poisons

Medicines with low toxicity and minor adverse risks in normal use but requiring caution in handling and storage.

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Schedule 6 Drugs and Poisons

Medicines with moderate to high toxicity that can cause death or injury if misused, requiring careful handling and administration.

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Schedule 7 Drugs and Poisons

Medicines with high to extremely high toxicity causing death or injury at low exposures, requiring special precautions in their manufacture, handling, use, and availability.

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Medicinal Agent

The active ingredient in a medicine that provides its therapeutic effect.

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Scheduling Considerations

Factors considered when deciding a medicine's schedule, including its potential risks and benefits.

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Advisory Committee on Medicines Scheduling (ACMS)

An advisory committee that provides recommendations to the government on the appropriate scheduling of medicines and chemicals.

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Advisory Committee on Chemicals Scheduling (ACCS)

An advisory committee that provides recommendations to the government on the appropriate scheduling of chemicals.

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Just Careers Training

A registered training organization offering qualifications in pharmacy and related fields.

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Pharmacist Only Medicines (Schedule 3)

Medicines that can be purchased over the counter at a pharmacy, but must be sold under the supervision of a pharmacist.

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Pharmacy Medicines (Schedule 2)

Medicines that can be purchased without a prescription from a pharmacist.

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Location of Pharmacist Only Medicines (S3)

Medications that must be stored in a specific location in the pharmacy, typically behind a counter and out of reach of the public.

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Location of Pharmacy Medicines (S2)

Medications that can be accessed by the public, but often stored in a designated area of the pharmacy.,

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Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)

The body responsible for regulating and monitoring therapeutic goods in Australia.

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Pharmacy Board of Australia's Guidelines for Advertising

A set of guidelines for advertising regulated health services, including a section on the advertising of scheduled medicines.

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Advertising of Scheduled Medicines

Medicines that are available to consumers, but not freely advertised, and must comply with specific advertising restrictions.

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Price List

A list that simply states the names, strengths, pack sizes, and prices of medicines, and may be displayed in a pharmacy.

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Mis-Scheduling

The act of selling a medicine that is not in accordance with its scheduling requirements.

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Advertising Schedule 3 Medicines

Schedule 3 medicines advertised in Australia must have the phrase 'Your pharmacist's advice is required' displayed prominently near the advertisement. A footnote placement isn't allowed.

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Displaying Schedule 2 Medicines

Schedule 2 medicines require the pharmacist's professional input and are typically displayed in the pharmacy's 'Professional Services Area'.

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Pharmacy Operations and Standards

All pharmacy operations, including the sale of scheduled medicines, must follow the legal requirements outlined in the Acts and Regulations, as well as the guidelines suggested by Industry Standards.

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Pharmacy Procedures (Scheduled Medicines)

Pharmacies should have procedures in place to ensure adherence to legal requirements for the sale of scheduled medicines. These procedures can vary but should always align with Acts, Regulations, and Industry Standards.

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Medicine Categories in Pharmacy

Medicines are categorized into various groups such as cough and cold, gastrointestinal, analgesics, allergies, etc. Each group might include Schedule 2 (Pharmacy Only) medicines, Schedule 3 (Pharmacist Only) medicines, or both.

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Medicine Schedule and Its Implications

The schedule of a medicine determines its location, who is involved in selling it, customer access, and advertising methods.

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Customer Types in Pharmacy

Customers in a pharmacy can be categorized based on their needs and characteristics. This can include people seeking help for themselves or others, with different levels of health literacy, or with specific requirements like language needs or disabilities.

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Customer Needs (Products and Information)

Customers seeking products for themselves or others may request specific brands or manufacturers. They may also need information about conditions, symptoms, usage, or cost.

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Customer Needs (Lifestyle and Physical Characteristics)

Customers may have cost or lifestyle factors influencing their choices, physical characteristics like allergies or disabilities, or specific requirements related to driving, operating machinery, or their workplace.

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Customers Acting as Agents

Customers may need additional information if they are acting as an agent for someone else, as they might not have all the necessary details about the patient's condition.

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Phone Customers in Pharmacy

Customers who contact the pharmacy by phone need to be handled differently from those interacting in-person, as the lack of non-verbal cues limits communication.

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Customers with Special Needs

Customers with special needs, such as the elderly, non-English speakers, or infants, require particular attention and understanding

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Community Pharmacy Advice and Products

Community pharmacies are known for providing free health advice and offering products to assist customers.

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Community Pharmacies vs. Supermarkets

Supermarket chains have attempted to enter pharmacy markets, but local communities often oppose these moves because they value the personalized, professional advice offered by independent pharmacies.

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Pharmacy Staff Training Importance

Training is crucial for equipping pharmacy staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet diverse customer needs and ensure safe and responsible medicine use.

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Study Notes

Australian Pharmacy Product Supply Regulations

  • Australian pharmacy product supply is regulated to ensure health and safety, and protect consumer rights.
  • Regulations include consumer law, environmental law, WHS laws, privacy laws, and additional legislation relevant to community pharmacies.
  • Laws are established as acts, regulations define application, and industry standards/guidelines define intent.

Legislation and Standards Relevant to Community Pharmacy

  • Acts: laws passed by relevant parliaments (state or commonwealth).
  • Regulations: define how Acts are applied and enforced.
  • Industry Standards/Guidelines: developed by industry, considering Acts and regulations.
  • Examples: Pharmacy/Pharmacist Act, drugs and poisons legislation, Therapeutic Goods Act, Health Act, Pharmacy Board Guidelines, Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Professional Practice Standards, TGA guidelines and SUSMP.

Scheduling of Medicines (SUSMP)

  • SUSMP (Standard for Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons): document listing schedule information for all medicines. Intended for national application but with some state/territory variations.
  • Scheduling: classification system controlling consumer access to medicines/chemicals based on regulatory control.
  • Poisons Standard: legal title for SUSMP; determines classification into schedules for inclusion in relevant legislation.
  • Key Schedules (in pharmacies):
    • Schedule 2 (Pharmacy Medicines): substances/preparations for minor ailments; substantially safe for use with available advice/counseling if required.
    • Schedule 3 (Pharmacist Only Medicines): substances/preparations requiring pharmacist advice/counseling; pharmacist involvement needed in sale and associated advice/management.
    • Schedule 4 (Prescription Only Medicines): medicines requiring a prescription from a permitted prescriber, like a doctor, for supply from a pharmacist.
    • Schedule 8 (Controlled Drugs): substances restricting manufacture, supply, distribution, and possession to reduce abuse.

Factors Determining Medicine Schedule

  • Active Ingredient(s): known benefits and risks, safety and community well-being considered.
    • Advice Required: diagnosis, possible side effects.
    • Interactions: with other therapies/medicines.
    • Suitability: for individuals with certain medical conditions.
    • Incorrect/Abusive Use: possibility of harm.
    • Illicit Substance Production: possibility active ingredients may be used to manufacture illicit substances.
  • Strength Considerations: milligram amounts of active ingredients for solid/liquid forms, entire presentation considered.

Schedule Identification and Location

  • Schedule must be correctly marked on product packaging per current Poisons Schedules—clear identification of specific medicine schedule is legally required.
  • Location matches schedule: Pharmacy Medicines (S2) accessible to public but monitored; Pharmacist Only Medicines (S3) inaccessible to public, sold with pharmacist involvement.
  • Location: Prescription Only (S4) out of reach; Controlled Drugs (S8) locked and only pharmacist accessible.
  • Information sources: Packaging, Pharmacist, TGA website, Poisons Standard, SUSMP.

Advertising of Scheduled Medicines

  • Advertising of therapeutic goods (drugs, medical devices) must adhere to regulations for social responsibility, truthfulness, and non-misleading information.
  • Over-the-counter (non-prescription) medicines can be advertised to consumers directly.
  • Prescription medicines can only be advertised to health professionals.
  • Restrictions on Schedule 3, 4, and 8 advertising—specific requirements when advertising some Schedule 3 medicines.
  • Price lists are permitted for medicines in non-advertised schedules, only including names, strengths, pack sizes, and prices.

Pharmacy Procedures/Protocols

  • Pharmacy procedures (internal).
  • These are based on industry standards and guidelines.
  • Protocols ensure compliance with all legislation.
  • Different pharmacies may have variations in internal organization, but regulations are binding.
  • Pharmacy Assistants should be familiar with medicine categories, customer symptoms, and scheduling requirements.

Customer Needs and Characteristics

  • Customers vary significantly in needs, characteristics, and circumstances.
  • Customer types: self-treating, representing others, using phone, at home, with varying needs or special requirements (elderly, non-English, etc), needing special consideration due to medical conditions or emotional state.
  • Understanding customer characteristics and needs leads to courteous and professional service.

Supermarket Pharmacy Entry

  • Supermarket entry into the pharmacy market is often met with local opposition.
  • Local communities typically insist on retaining qualified, expert staff and access to pharmacists.

Important Information Categories (medicine types)

  • Cough & Cold, Gastrointestinal, Analgesics & Anti-inflammatories, Allergy, Ear, Eye, Oral care, First Aid, Skin & Fungal, Medical Devices, Health & Nutrition, and Beauty are all potentially including S2, S3, or both scheduled medicines.

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Test your knowledge on the legal requirements and regulations governing community pharmacies in Australia. This quiz covers essential topics such as the scheduling of medicines, relevant legislation, and the roles of pharmacy assistants. Perfect for students and professionals in the pharmaceutical field.

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