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How should operational units stocked with controlled substances securely store these medications and their corresponding logbook?
How should operational units stocked with controlled substances securely store these medications and their corresponding logbook?
What is the responsibility of all employees who are department protocoled paramedics assigned to a unit regarding controlled substances?
What is the responsibility of all employees who are department protocoled paramedics assigned to a unit regarding controlled substances?
In what manner should controlled substances be maintained in the department-issued container?
In what manner should controlled substances be maintained in the department-issued container?
Where should the record-keeping binder (logbook) containing the Controlled Substance Inventory Log and the Controlled Substance Usage and Distribution Log be stored?
Where should the record-keeping binder (logbook) containing the Controlled Substance Inventory Log and the Controlled Substance Usage and Distribution Log be stored?
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What should be done in situations that deviate from the outlined directives for controlled substances?
What should be done in situations that deviate from the outlined directives for controlled substances?
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How should all controlled substances be accounted for at all times?
How should all controlled substances be accounted for at all times?
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What must the number on the sealed container correspond to at all times?
What must the number on the sealed container correspond to at all times?
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Who should not be the same employee who administered the medication, according to the text?
Who should not be the same employee who administered the medication, according to the text?
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What should be done with any unused material, as per the text?
What should be done with any unused material, as per the text?
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Who must approve the distribution of controlled substances between units, according to the text?
Who must approve the distribution of controlled substances between units, according to the text?
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What is the responsibility of the EMS Captain regarding broken, damaged, or spilled controlled substances?
What is the responsibility of the EMS Captain regarding broken, damaged, or spilled controlled substances?
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What should be done if broken vials are partially exhausted, according to the text?
What should be done if broken vials are partially exhausted, according to the text?
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Who is responsible for documenting the change of inventory and verifying authorized usage, as per the text?
Who is responsible for documenting the change of inventory and verifying authorized usage, as per the text?
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What should be done if any controlled substances are lost or stolen, according to the text?
What should be done if any controlled substances are lost or stolen, according to the text?
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Who is responsible for securely storing all controlled substances on their respective units?
Who is responsible for securely storing all controlled substances on their respective units?
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How often must a complete inventory and inspection of all controlled substances carried on the unit be conducted?
How often must a complete inventory and inspection of all controlled substances carried on the unit be conducted?
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What must be done if a custody change occurs and no relief is available?
What must be done if a custody change occurs and no relief is available?
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How is controlled substance inventory conducted?
How is controlled substance inventory conducted?
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Who should be notified at least seven days prior to a controlled substance reaching its expiration date?
Who should be notified at least seven days prior to a controlled substance reaching its expiration date?
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What should be done with any unexplained discrepancy in the controlled substance stock or logbook?
What should be done with any unexplained discrepancy in the controlled substance stock or logbook?
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Who is responsible for removing and re-sealing controlled substances from the department-issued container for administration?
Who is responsible for removing and re-sealing controlled substances from the department-issued container for administration?
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Who is responsible for setting running par levels of controlled substances for each unit?
Who is responsible for setting running par levels of controlled substances for each unit?
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How should expired controlled substances be handled?
How should expired controlled substances be handled?
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Who is responsible for updating inventory logs when expired controlled substances are returned?
Who is responsible for updating inventory logs when expired controlled substances are returned?
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How long should records and logs related to handling controlled substances be kept on file?
How long should records and logs related to handling controlled substances be kept on file?
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Who should be notified of any theft or significant loss of controlled substances?
Who should be notified of any theft or significant loss of controlled substances?
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Who is responsible for conducting inventories, audits, and investigations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations?
Who is responsible for conducting inventories, audits, and investigations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations?
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What is the minimum duration for which records and logs related to handling controlled substances should be available for inspection?
What is the minimum duration for which records and logs related to handling controlled substances should be available for inspection?
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Who is responsible for new controlled substance orders based on usage trends, projected usage, and product availability?
Who is responsible for new controlled substance orders based on usage trends, projected usage, and product availability?
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Who is responsible for specifying minimum par quantities of controlled substances for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ALS Units?
Who is responsible for specifying minimum par quantities of controlled substances for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ALS Units?
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Who is responsible for documenting the change of inventory and verifying authorized usage?
Who is responsible for documenting the change of inventory and verifying authorized usage?
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What should be done if broken vials are partially exhausted, according to the text?
What should be done if broken vials are partially exhausted, according to the text?
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Who should be notified of any theft or significant loss of controlled substances?
Who should be notified of any theft or significant loss of controlled substances?
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What is the responsibility of the EMS Captain regarding broken, damaged, or spilled controlled substances?
What is the responsibility of the EMS Captain regarding broken, damaged, or spilled controlled substances?
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Who is responsible for securely storing all controlled substances on their respective units?
Who is responsible for securely storing all controlled substances on their respective units?
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What must be done if a custody change occurs and no relief is available?
What must be done if a custody change occurs and no relief is available?
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Who is responsible for notifying the DEA registrant and DEA upon discovery of lost or stolen controlled substances?
Who is responsible for notifying the DEA registrant and DEA upon discovery of lost or stolen controlled substances?
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How should operational units stocked with controlled substances securely store these medications and their corresponding logbook?
How should operational units stocked with controlled substances securely store these medications and their corresponding logbook?
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Who must approve the distribution of controlled substances between units, according to the text?
Who must approve the distribution of controlled substances between units, according to the text?
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What should be done with any unexplained discrepancy in the controlled substance stock or logbook?
What should be done with any unexplained discrepancy in the controlled substance stock or logbook?
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How should all controlled substances be accounted for at all times?
How should all controlled substances be accounted for at all times?
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Where should the record-keeping binder (logbook) containing the Controlled Substance Inventory Log and the Controlled Substance Usage and Distribution Log be stored?
Where should the record-keeping binder (logbook) containing the Controlled Substance Inventory Log and the Controlled Substance Usage and Distribution Log be stored?
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What must be done in situations that deviate from the outlined directives for controlled substances?
What must be done in situations that deviate from the outlined directives for controlled substances?
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Who is responsible for the accurate inventory, distribution, transfer, documentation, and record-keeping of all controlled substances carried on a unit?
Who is responsible for the accurate inventory, distribution, transfer, documentation, and record-keeping of all controlled substances carried on a unit?
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Who is responsible for securely storing all controlled substances on their respective units?
Who is responsible for securely storing all controlled substances on their respective units?
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How often must a complete inventory and inspection of all controlled substances carried on the unit be conducted?
How often must a complete inventory and inspection of all controlled substances carried on the unit be conducted?
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What should be done with any unexplained discrepancy in the controlled substance stock or logbook?
What should be done with any unexplained discrepancy in the controlled substance stock or logbook?
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Who should be notified at least seven days prior to a controlled substance reaching its expiration date?
Who should be notified at least seven days prior to a controlled substance reaching its expiration date?
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How is controlled substance inventory conducted?
How is controlled substance inventory conducted?
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What should be done if any controlled substances are lost or stolen, according to the text?
What should be done if any controlled substances are lost or stolen, according to the text?
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Who must approve the distribution of controlled substances between units, according to the text?
Who must approve the distribution of controlled substances between units, according to the text?
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Who is responsible for updating inventory logs when expired controlled substances are returned?
Who is responsible for updating inventory logs when expired controlled substances are returned?
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What is the responsibility of the Medical Services Division regarding new controlled substance orders?
What is the responsibility of the Medical Services Division regarding new controlled substance orders?
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Who is responsible for specifying minimum par quantities of controlled substances for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ALS Units?
Who is responsible for specifying minimum par quantities of controlled substances for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ALS Units?
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What is required for deviations from the specified minimum par quantities of controlled substances for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ALS Units?
What is required for deviations from the specified minimum par quantities of controlled substances for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ALS Units?
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Who is responsible for conducting inventories, audits, and investigations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations?
Who is responsible for conducting inventories, audits, and investigations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations?
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Who should be notified of any theft or significant loss of controlled substances?
Who should be notified of any theft or significant loss of controlled substances?
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What should be done with expired controlled substances?
What should be done with expired controlled substances?
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Who is responsible for running par levels of controlled substances for each unit?
Who is responsible for running par levels of controlled substances for each unit?
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How long should records and logs related to handling controlled substances be kept on file?
How long should records and logs related to handling controlled substances be kept on file?
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Study Notes
Controlled Substances Handling and Management Procedures
- DEA registrant and administrative staff are responsible for conducting inventories, audits, and investigations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
- Partially exhausted containers of controlled substances must be disposed of in compliance with applicable laws and rendered non-retrievable, with disposal witnessed by two employees.
- Expired controlled substances are to be returned to the EMS Captain and documented on specific forms, with the EMS Captain responsible for updating inventory logs.
- Medications with different expiration date formats are to be handled accordingly, with expired controlled substances hand-delivered to the Medical Services Division for proper disposal.
- Destruction of expired controlled substances must adhere to federal, state, and local laws and regulations to prevent diversion.
- Running par levels of controlled substances for each unit are set by the EMS Captain and recorded in the Controlled Substances Inventory logbook.
- Minimum par quantities of controlled substances for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ALS Units are specified and deviations require authorization from the Medical Director(s) and the Division Chief of Medical Services.
- EMS Captains are responsible for notifying and retrieving additional controlled substances from the Medical Services Division when needed at the Battalion level.
- Medical Services Division is responsible for new controlled substance orders, based on usage trends, projected usage, and product availability.
- Compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations in handling controlled substances is essential, with records and logs to be kept on file for a minimum of two years and available for inspection by authorized DEA employees.
- The Medical Services Division should notify the DEA registrant of any theft or significant loss of controlled substances and ensure compliance with laws and regulations for procedures involving controlled substances falling outside the policy.
- Compliance with laws and regulations for special events, dignitary detail, and other processes involving controlled substances is required before authorization.
Controlled Substances Handling and Management Procedures
- DEA registrant and administrative staff are responsible for conducting inventories, audits, and investigations to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
- Partially exhausted containers of controlled substances must be disposed of in compliance with applicable laws and rendered non-retrievable, with disposal witnessed by two employees.
- Expired controlled substances are to be returned to the EMS Captain and documented on specific forms, with the EMS Captain responsible for updating inventory logs.
- Medications with different expiration date formats are to be handled accordingly, with expired controlled substances hand-delivered to the Medical Services Division for proper disposal.
- Destruction of expired controlled substances must adhere to federal, state, and local laws and regulations to prevent diversion.
- Running par levels of controlled substances for each unit are set by the EMS Captain and recorded in the Controlled Substances Inventory logbook.
- Minimum par quantities of controlled substances for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ALS Units are specified and deviations require authorization from the Medical Director(s) and the Division Chief of Medical Services.
- EMS Captains are responsible for notifying and retrieving additional controlled substances from the Medical Services Division when needed at the Battalion level.
- Medical Services Division is responsible for new controlled substance orders, based on usage trends, projected usage, and product availability.
- Compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations in handling controlled substances is essential, with records and logs to be kept on file for a minimum of two years and available for inspection by authorized DEA employees.
- The Medical Services Division should notify the DEA registrant of any theft or significant loss of controlled substances and ensure compliance with laws and regulations for procedures involving controlled substances falling outside the policy.
- Compliance with laws and regulations for special events, dignitary detail, and other processes involving controlled substances is required before authorization.
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Test your knowledge of handling and managing controlled substances with this quiz. Covering topics such as inventory management, disposal procedures, compliance with laws and regulations, and responsibilities of DEA registrants and administrative staff, this quiz will help ensure a thorough understanding of proper procedures.
