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What is a requirement for a pharmacist to administer immunization agents?
What is a requirement for a pharmacist to administer immunization agents?
Who can prescribe or order immunization agents for non-patient specific orders?
Who can prescribe or order immunization agents for non-patient specific orders?
Under what circumstances can the commissioner of health issue a non-patient specific regimen applicable statewide?
Under what circumstances can the commissioner of health issue a non-patient specific regimen applicable statewide?
What is required for a pharmacist to administer immunization agents to patients?
What is required for a pharmacist to administer immunization agents to patients?
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What is a requirement for non-patient specific orders?
What is a requirement for non-patient specific orders?
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What is authorized under section 6801 of the Education Law?
What is authorized under section 6801 of the Education Law?
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What is the age requirement for a certified pharmacist to administer immunizing agents to prevent influenza?
What is the age requirement for a certified pharmacist to administer immunizing agents to prevent influenza?
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What is required for a licensed pharmacist to administer immunizing agents?
What is required for a licensed pharmacist to administer immunizing agents?
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What is a condition for administering an immunization recommended by the advisory committee on immunization practices?
What is a condition for administering an immunization recommended by the advisory committee on immunization practices?
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Under what circumstances can a certified pharmacist delegate the administration of immunizations to another person?
Under what circumstances can a certified pharmacist delegate the administration of immunizations to another person?
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What is included in the training course for administering immunizations?
What is included in the training course for administering immunizations?
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What are the requirements for a pharmacist to administer immunizations in New York State if they hold a current certificate of administration issued by another jurisdiction?
What are the requirements for a pharmacist to administer immunizations in New York State if they hold a current certificate of administration issued by another jurisdiction?
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What is the timeframe for completing the training course in immunization administration?
What is the timeframe for completing the training course in immunization administration?
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Before administering an immunization, a certified pharmacist must ensure which of the following?
Before administering an immunization, a certified pharmacist must ensure which of the following?
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What is a requirement for a Doctor of Pharmacy degree program to meet the training requirement?
What is a requirement for a Doctor of Pharmacy degree program to meet the training requirement?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a certified pharmacist administering an immunization agent?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a certified pharmacist administering an immunization agent?
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What is a condition for administering an immunization recommended by the advisory committee on immunization practices?
What is a condition for administering an immunization recommended by the advisory committee on immunization practices?
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What are the requirements for a certified pharmacy intern to administer immunizations?
What are the requirements for a certified pharmacy intern to administer immunizations?
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What is included in the areas of instruction in the training course?
What is included in the areas of instruction in the training course?
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What is required for a certified pharmacist to administer other immunizations?
What is required for a certified pharmacist to administer other immunizations?
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When can a certified pharmacist administer an immunization without a patient-specific prescription?
When can a certified pharmacist administer an immunization without a patient-specific prescription?
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What is the purpose of the training course in immunization administration?
What is the purpose of the training course in immunization administration?
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According to the regulations, who is responsible for ensuring that emergency anaphylaxis treatment agents are available at the location where immunizations are administered?
According to the regulations, who is responsible for ensuring that emergency anaphylaxis treatment agents are available at the location where immunizations are administered?
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Which of the following statements about informed consent for immunization is correct?
Which of the following statements about informed consent for immunization is correct?
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What is the significance of the advisory committee for immunization practices (ACIP) recommendations in the context of immunization administration by pharmacists?
What is the significance of the advisory committee for immunization practices (ACIP) recommendations in the context of immunization administration by pharmacists?
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Which of the following is true about the administration of immunizations by a certified pharmacy intern?
Which of the following is true about the administration of immunizations by a certified pharmacy intern?
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Under what circumstances can a certified pharmacist include individually identifiable health information in a report? (Select all that apply)
Under what circumstances can a certified pharmacist include individually identifiable health information in a report? (Select all that apply)
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What specific information must a certified pharmacist provide to recipients regarding primary healthcare practitioners?
What specific information must a certified pharmacist provide to recipients regarding primary healthcare practitioners?
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What information must a certified pharmacist provide to a recipient, or their legally responsible person, prior to administering an immunization?
What information must a certified pharmacist provide to a recipient, or their legally responsible person, prior to administering an immunization?
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If an immunization is not covered by health insurance, what information is a certified pharmacist required to provide to the recipient, or their legally responsible person?
If an immunization is not covered by health insurance, what information is a certified pharmacist required to provide to the recipient, or their legally responsible person?
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How must a certified pharmacist report the administration of an immunizing agent?
How must a certified pharmacist report the administration of an immunizing agent?
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If a patient is unable to communicate the identity of their primary healthcare practitioner, what must a certified pharmacist do?
If a patient is unable to communicate the identity of their primary healthcare practitioner, what must a certified pharmacist do?
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What kind of order must a certified pharmacist maintain to administer immunizations?
What kind of order must a certified pharmacist maintain to administer immunizations?
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What information must be included in a non-patient specific order?
What information must be included in a non-patient specific order?
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How must a certified pharmacist maintain a record of each patient who receives an immunization?
How must a certified pharmacist maintain a record of each patient who receives an immunization?
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What information must be included in all patient-specific and non-patient specific orders authorizing a certified pharmacist to administer immunizations?
What information must be included in all patient-specific and non-patient specific orders authorizing a certified pharmacist to administer immunizations?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the requirements for maintaining records of anaphylaxis treatment administration by a certified pharmacist?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the requirements for maintaining records of anaphylaxis treatment administration by a certified pharmacist?
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A non-patient specific order for anaphylaxis treatment must include which of the following?
A non-patient specific order for anaphylaxis treatment must include which of the following?
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According to the content, who is authorized to prescribe a non-patient specific order for anaphylaxis treatment?
According to the content, who is authorized to prescribe a non-patient specific order for anaphylaxis treatment?
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If a non-patient specific order for anaphylaxis treatment does not name specific certified pharmacists, what criteria must be met for a certified pharmacist to administer the treatment?
If a non-patient specific order for anaphylaxis treatment does not name specific certified pharmacists, what criteria must be met for a certified pharmacist to administer the treatment?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the relationship between the order and protocol for anaphylaxis treatment?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the relationship between the order and protocol for anaphylaxis treatment?
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A certified pharmacist is authorized to administer anaphylaxis treatment agents in accordance with a non-patient specific order under which of the following circumstances?
A certified pharmacist is authorized to administer anaphylaxis treatment agents in accordance with a non-patient specific order under which of the following circumstances?
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What is the minimum age requirement for patients who can receive anaphylaxis treatment administered by a certified pharmacist under a non-patient specific order?
What is the minimum age requirement for patients who can receive anaphylaxis treatment administered by a certified pharmacist under a non-patient specific order?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a non-patient specific order for anaphylaxis treatment?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a non-patient specific order for anaphylaxis treatment?
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If a certified pharmacist administers anaphylaxis treatment under a non-patient specific order, what information must be included in the patient's record?
If a certified pharmacist administers anaphylaxis treatment under a non-patient specific order, what information must be included in the patient's record?
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In instances where a non-patient specific order does not name individual certified pharmacists, but identifies an entity that employs or contracts with pharmacists, which of the following statements is true?
In instances where a non-patient specific order does not name individual certified pharmacists, but identifies an entity that employs or contracts with pharmacists, which of the following statements is true?
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What is required for non-patient specific orders regarding pharmacists administering immunizations?
What is required for non-patient specific orders regarding pharmacists administering immunizations?
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In what situation can certified pharmacists who are not named in a non-patient specific order administer immunizations?
In what situation can certified pharmacists who are not named in a non-patient specific order administer immunizations?
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What essential information must be recorded by a pharmacist after administering an anaphylaxis treatment agent?
What essential information must be recorded by a pharmacist after administering an anaphylaxis treatment agent?
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What must a certified pharmacist do in the event of administering an anaphylaxis treatment agent?
What must a certified pharmacist do in the event of administering an anaphylaxis treatment agent?
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What is NOT a requirement listed for non-patient specific orders?
What is NOT a requirement listed for non-patient specific orders?
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What must a protocol for administering immunizations incorporate?
What must a protocol for administering immunizations incorporate?
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How long must the period of effectiveness be stated in a non-patient specific order?
How long must the period of effectiveness be stated in a non-patient specific order?
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What should pharmacists ensure when maintaining records of anaphylaxis treatment administration?
What should pharmacists ensure when maintaining records of anaphylaxis treatment administration?
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Which of the following is not included in the reporting requirement after an anaphylactic treatment administration?
Which of the following is not included in the reporting requirement after an anaphylactic treatment administration?
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Which statement is true regarding the employment of pharmacists under non-patient specific orders?
Which statement is true regarding the employment of pharmacists under non-patient specific orders?
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What is required from a certified pharmacist regarding patients incapable of consenting to immunization?
What is required from a certified pharmacist regarding patients incapable of consenting to immunization?
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Which document must a certified pharmacist provide to the recipient before administering an immunization?
Which document must a certified pharmacist provide to the recipient before administering an immunization?
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What action must a certified pharmacist take if adverse outcomes are reported after immunization?
What action must a certified pharmacist take if adverse outcomes are reported after immunization?
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What specific information must be included in the signed certificate of immunization?
What specific information must be included in the signed certificate of immunization?
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Which reference materials must a pharmacist provide regarding immunizations?
Which reference materials must a pharmacist provide regarding immunizations?
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What role does the Centers for Disease Control play in the immunization process managed by pharmacists?
What role does the Centers for Disease Control play in the immunization process managed by pharmacists?
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What should a certified pharmacist ensure regarding the record of immunizations?
What should a certified pharmacist ensure regarding the record of immunizations?
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What must a pharmacist do if the recipient refuses to consent to immunization by a pharmacy intern?
What must a pharmacist do if the recipient refuses to consent to immunization by a pharmacy intern?
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What must a pharmacist do prior to administering any immunization?
What must a pharmacist do prior to administering any immunization?
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To whom must a pharmacist communicate the immunization information after administration?
To whom must a pharmacist communicate the immunization information after administration?
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Study Notes
Immunization Administration by Pharmacists
- Licensed pharmacists with a certificate of administration can administer specified immunization agents to patients under certain conditions.
- Requirements for certification include completion of a relevant training course and maintaining patient records.
- Non-patient specific orders for immunizations must be prescribed by a New York State licensed physician or certified nurse practitioner.
- In emergency situations, the Commissioner of Health can issue statewide non-patient specific regimens during disease outbreaks.
Authorized Immunization Agents
- Pharmacists can administer immunizations for individuals aged 18 or older, including influenza, COVID-19, and other diseases.
- For patients aged 2 to 18 years, pharmacists may administer influenza vaccinations with required orders.
- Additional immunizations can be given based on advisory committee recommendations, provided age and documentation requirements are met.
Certificate of Administration Requirements
- A pharmacist must hold a certificate issued by the Department of Education to administer immunizations.
- Certification requires completion of an immunization training course, Doctor of Pharmacy degree, or a current certificate from another jurisdiction.
- Continuous practice and ongoing retraining in immunization administration are requisite.
Standards and Procedures for Administration
- Prior to administering immunizations, pharmacists must assess patients for contraindications.
- Emergency treatment agents for anaphylaxis should be available at immunization sites.
- Recipients must be informed of potential side effects and must provide consent prior to receiving immunizations.
- Certified pharmacy interns may administer immunizations only under direct supervision.
Patient and Reporting Requirements
- Pharmacists are responsible for maintaining detailed records of immunizations administered, including patient information and vaccine details.
- Written instructions about adverse reactions must be given to recipients after immunization.
- Communication with the recipient's primary health care provider is required within a month of vaccine administration.
- Adverse events must be reported through the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System.
Non-Patient Specific Orders and Protocols
- Each pharmacist must retain non-patient specific orders which authorize immunization administration and comply with outlined protocols.
- These orders must specify immunization details, prescribing practitioner information, and a defined effective period.
- Pharmacists must ensure proper documentation regarding the administration of immunization agents is maintained.
Emergency Anaphylaxis Treatment
- Certified pharmacists can administer medications for emergency anaphylaxis to patients aged 2 years and older.
- Records of anaphylaxis treatment administration must be maintained.
- Emergency medical services must be notified post-administration, ensuring follow-up care is provided.
- Certified pharmacists must communicate treatment details to the patient's primary health care provider when possible.### Patient Records for Anaphylaxis Treatment
- A record must be maintained for each patient receiving an anaphylaxis treatment agent.
- Records can be kept in a patient medication profile, if available, or on a separate form retained by the administering pharmacist.
- These records are required to be retrievable for both the Department and the patient.
Non-Patient Specific Orders
- Non-patient specific orders allow certified pharmacists to administer specified anaphylaxis treatment agents.
- Orders must specify the named pharmacists or a group identified by their employment or contractual relationship with a legally authorized entity.
- Certified pharmacists not individually named in the order are restricted to administering treatments only within the scope of their employment or contract.
Order Requirements
- Orders must include:
- List of anaphylaxis treatment agents the pharmacists can administer.
- Effective period with clear beginning and end dates.
- Name and license number of authorized pharmacists or the name of the employing entity.
- A statement limiting pharmacists to administration of treatments only within their employment or contract.
- Name, license number, and signature of the issuing licensed physician or certified nurse practitioner.
Protocol Requirements
- The incorporated protocol in the order must comply with established requirements.
- Protocol details are necessary for ensuring proper administration of treatment agents.
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This quiz covers the guidelines and requirements for immunization administration by licensed pharmacists. It includes information about certification, patient record maintenance, and the necessity of non-patient specific orders. Test your knowledge on the pharmacological regulations related to immunizations.