Questions and Answers
Which of the following are classes of pharmacies? (Select all that apply)
What is a Class A pharmacy?
Retail/Community Pharmacy
What is the purpose of a nuclear pharmacy?
Dispense a radioactive drug/device for administration to the ultimate user
What are the main responsibilities of an authorized nuclear pharmacist?
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A __________ Rx drug order is issued for a diagnostic purpose.
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Define Radiopharmaceutical.
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Radioactive drug orders may be refilled.
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What must a Class C pharmacy be capable of?
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The __________ must contain a reference on adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in a Clinic Pharmacy.
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Which type of pharmacy is known for mail order services?
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A Class F pharmacy can have drug samples.
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What is the purpose of a standing delegation order?
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Which of the following is NOT contained in the formulary of a clinic?
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What is required in a Limited Rx Delivery Pharmacy?
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Study Notes
Pharmacy Classes
- Retail/Community Pharmacy: Known as Class A pharmacy; primary focus on dispensing medications to the public.
- Nuclear Pharmacy: Class B; specializes in dispensing radioactive drugs/devices with strict regulations for waste disposal and licensing.
- Institutional Pharmacy: Class C; operates within healthcare facilities (hospitals, etc.) to provide medications to inpatients.
- Clinic Pharmacy: Class D; no limit on the number of pharmacies supervised by the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) and requires a formulary.
- Non-resident Pharmacy: Class E; mail-order services for medications, must comply with local regulations.
- Freestanding Emergency Medical Care Center Pharmacy: Class F; operates independently to provide emergency services and requires a licensed pharmacist.
- Central Rx Drug or Medication Order Processing Pharmacy: Class G; sole focus is processing medication orders without maintaining a drug inventory.
- Limited Rx Delivery Pharmacy: Class H; operates in underserved counties and cannot store or deliver controlled substances.
Class B Pharmacy
- Must have a licensed pharmacist and a current radioactive material license.
- Waste disposal for radioactive materials is strictly monitored to protect public health.
- Delivery containers can be reused following strict protocols to prevent contamination.
- Radioactive drug orders cannot be refilled; must adhere to labeling regulations.
Authorized Nuclear Pharmacist
- Requires specialized training in preparation and distribution of radiopharmaceuticals.
- Must be named on the state’s radioactive material license.
Radiopharmaceuticals
- Defined as drugs that emit nuclear particles or photons, used for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
- Quality control is critical to ensure identity, purity, non-pyrogenicity, and sterility for human and animal use.
Clinic Pharmacy Regulations
- Must have a reference on adverse drug reactions; the PIC must regularly supervise and audit the pharmacy.
- Formulary includes limited types of drugs; additional requirements for clinics serving a predominantly indigent population.
- Drugs must be prepackaged, and nurses/practitioners must educate patients about medications.
Standing Orders
- Standing Delegation Orders: Allow specific medical actions without prior physician examination for patients with defined conditions.
- Standing Medical Orders: Require prior patient evaluation by a physician before treatment.
Formulary Limitations
- Limited to specific categories of drugs (antibiotics, vitamins, etc.); cannot include controlled substances or specific drugs like nalbuphine.
Class F Pharmacy Focus
- Must have locked storage for controlled substances and requires a reference library on drug interactions.
Class G Pharmacy Features
- Known as a purely processing pharmacy without physical drug inventory; can operate with a higher pharmacy-to-pharmacist ratio.
Class H Pharmacy Operational Restrictions
- Must be located in a county without another pharmacy; cannot store controlled substances; medications must be utilized or destroyed within a limited timeframe.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards on various classes of pharmacies. Learn about the different types including retail, nuclear, and institutional pharmacies, among others. Perfect for pharmacy students or anyone interested in the field.
