51 Questions
According to the Misuse of Drugs regulations 2001, how are drugs categorized?
Based on their usefulness and potential harm
What does the legislation regarding control drugs cover?
Procurement, storage, prescription, and disposal
How often are the regulations regarding control drugs amended?
Regularly
What might healthcare professionals need to do if the regulations are amended?
Change their practice policy
Which of the following is NOT a consideration when categorizing drugs under the regulations?
Cost
Which schedule of controlled drugs requires permission from the Home Office for therapeutic use?
Schedule one
Which schedule of controlled drugs is highly addictive and subjected to restrictions on prescription, storage, destruction, and record-keeping?
Schedule two
Which schedule of controlled drugs may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence?
Schedule three
Which schedule of controlled drugs may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence with no additional controls?
Schedule four
Which schedule of controlled drugs contains substances with extremely low potential for abuse and no additional controls?
Schedule five
Which of the following is most pertinent when prescribing controlled drugs as a MRCVS?
Prescriptions can only be written
What is the requirement for recording schedule two drugs in the controlled drug register?
It must be recorded in the CDR
Which method is NOT recommended for making controlled drugs irretrievable before disposal?
Burying in the ground
How long is a prescription for controlled drugs valid for?
28 days
Which of the following is NOT true about prescribing controlled drugs in MRCVS?
Prescriptions can be valid for up to 6 months
What is the requirement for recording schedule two drugs in the controlled drug register?
Must be recorded for 5 years
Which of the following is NOT a method recommended for making controlled drugs irretrievable before disposal?
Using a shredder
In Northern Ireland, who is permitted to witness the destruction of schedule two drugs?
A person with a legal authorization
Which schedule of controlled drugs contains substances with extremely low potential for abuse and no additional controls?
Schedule 5
What is the requirement for recording schedule two drugs in the controlled drug register?
Record the quantity of the drug administered
Which schedule of controlled drugs requires permission from the Home Office for therapeutic use?
Schedule 1
What might healthcare professionals need to do if the regulations are amended?
All of the above
Which schedule of controlled drugs should be stored in a locked cabinet and not recorded in the controlled drug register?
Schedule three
Which schedule of controlled drugs must be stored in a locked cabinet in a lockable room, except for Phenobarbitone?
Schedule two
Which schedule of controlled drugs could be stored in a locked box in a vehicle, out of sight and secured to the vehicle?
Schedule two
Which schedule of controlled drugs contains examples like methadone, morphine, fentanyl, pethidine, quinalbarbitone, ketamine, etorphine?
Schedule two
Which schedule of controlled drugs contains substances with such small quantities that the potential for abuse is considered extremely low?
Schedule five
Which legislation outlines the regulations for the procurement and storage of controlled drugs?
Misuse of Drugs regulations 2001
How many schedules are drugs categorized under in the regulations?
5
How are drugs categorized under the regulations?
By their usefulness and potential harm
Which schedule of controlled drugs requires permission from the Home Office for therapeutic use?
Schedule 1
Which schedule of controlled drugs contains substances with extremely low potential for abuse and no additional controls?
Schedule 5
Which schedule of controlled drugs is highly addictive and subjected to restrictions on prescription, storage, destruction, and record-keeping?
Schedule two
Which schedule of controlled drugs may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence?
Schedule three
Which schedule of controlled drugs contains substances with extremely low potential for abuse and no additional controls?
Schedule five
Which schedule of controlled drugs should be stored in a locked box in a vehicle, out of sight and secured to the vehicle?
Schedule two
Which type of drugs must be recorded in the controlled drug register?
Schedule two drugs
What is the validity period of a prescription for controlled drugs?
28 days
Which substances must be included in the prescription of a schedule two or three drug?
All of the above
Which method is NOT recommended for making controlled drugs irretrievable before disposal?
Flushing down the toilet
In Northern Ireland, who is authorized to witness the destruction of schedule two drugs?
A legally authorized person
What is the validity period of a prescription for controlled drugs?
28 days
What must be included in the prescription of a schedule two or three drug?
MRCVS number
How long should the prescription be kept by the supplier?
5 years
Who can witness the destruction of schedule two drugs?
A VM our inspector, the CDLO, and an independent MRCVS
What is the purpose of the Misuse of Drugs regulations 2001?
To outline regulations for the procurement, storage, prescription, and disposal of controlled drugs.
How are drugs categorized under the regulations?
Drugs are categorized under five schedules based on their usefulness and potential harm.
What are the potential consequences for healthcare professionals if the regulations regarding control drugs are amended?
Healthcare professionals may need to change their practice policies and procedures.
What are the different schedules of controlled drugs and their characteristics?
Schedule one: not currently lysed for therapeutic use, need permission from the Home Office to supply these. Schedule two: therapeutic use but highly addictive, subjected to restrictions on prescription, storage, destruction, and record-keeping. Schedule three: therapeutic use but misuse may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence, subject to restrictions under prescription and sometimes storage. Schedule four: therapeutic use but misuse may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence (no additional controls). Schedule five: contain such small quantities of substances which may cause dependence that the potential for abuse is considered extremely low (no additional controls).
What are some examples of drugs in each schedule of controlled drugs?
Schedule two examples: methadone, morphine, fentanyl, pethidine, quinalbarbitone, ketamine, etorphine. Schedule three examples: buprenorphine, tramadol, gabapentin, Pregabalin, midazolam, pentobarbitone. Schedule four examples: alprazolam, diazepam, nandrolone, clenbuterol, somatotropin. Schedule five examples: paracetamol with codeine.
What are the storage requirements for schedule two and three drugs?
Schedule two drugs should be kept in a locked cabinet, except for phenobarbitone. They must be recorded in a register and checked regularly for inconsistencies. Schedule three drugs should also be stored in a locked cabinet, but no recording is required. Both schedule two and three drugs should be stored in a locked box in the vehicle, out of sight, and secured to the vehicle. They should not be left unattended for long periods of time.
Test your knowledge on the legislation surrounding the use and control of drugs. Explore the regulations outlined in the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 and learn about the categorization of drugs under Schedules 1-5. This quiz will help you understand the requirements for procuring, storing, prescribing, and disposing of controlled drugs. Stay up-to-date with the regularly amended legislation and ensure compliance with practice policies.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
