Pharmacy Key Terms Quiz

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Who is a compressed medical gas distributor?

A medical practitioner who issues orders for medical gases

A person holding a permit to distribute compressed medical gases (correct)

A person authorized to manufacture medical gases

A consumer or patient receiving medical gases

Which of the following accurately defines 'compressed medical gases'?

All gases used in medical procedures irrespective of labeling

Only gas substances used in emergencies

Gases and liquid oxygen labeled according to federal law (correct)

Any gas that has been tested for purity

What does a 'compressed medical gas order' refer to?

A delivery notification for medical gases

An order from a consumer for medical supplies

A request made by a medical practitioner for compressed medical gases (correct)

An authorization to produce medical gases

What is meant by 'controlled substance'?

A drug identified or listed in specific legal provisions Signup and view all the answers

Which substance is described as 'corrosive'?

A substance causing tissue destruction on contact Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a 'counterfeit drug'?

A drug that bears unauthorized trademarks or labels Signup and view all the answers

In the context given, what does 'deliver' or 'delivery' mean?

A transfer from one person to another Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'decree of censure' potentially include?

A requirement for restitution of fees Signup and view all the answers

What does parenteral nutrition provide to an individual?

Essential nutrients and fluids Signup and view all the answers

Which entity does the term 'person' encompass?

Individuals, partnerships, corporations, and associations Signup and view all the answers

What is pharmaceutical care mainly focused on?

Providing drug therapy and pharmaceutical patient care services Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered a pharmacist?

An individual currently licensed to practice pharmacy Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a pharmacist in charge?

Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following substances is classified as a 'hazardous substance' for household use?

A strong sensitizer that causes allergic reactions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a pharmacy?

A place where drugs and related substances are sold and dispensed Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT included in the definition of 'hazardous substances'?

Radioactive substances Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the pharmacist licensure examination?

To evaluate candidates for pharmacist licensure Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is considered part of the 'practice of pharmacy'?

Interpreting and dispensing prescription orders Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a pharmacy technician from a pharmacy technician trainee?

Trainees are not licensed Signup and view all the answers

What role does patient counseling play in pharmacy practice?

It is essential for effective pharmaceutical care Signup and view all the answers

What must a pharmacist do while compounding drugs?

Compound based on prescriptions or anticipation of prescriptions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a responsibility of pharmacists regarding drugs and devices?

Labeling drugs and devices according to regulations Signup and view all the answers

Which item is exempt from the classification of a hazardous substance?

A commercially sold food product Signup and view all the answers

What type of substance can be a 'mixture' that qualifies as a hazardous substance?

A combination of any hazardous substances described Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a 'remote dispensing site pharmacy'?

A pharmacy where pharmacy technicians or interns prepare, compound, or dispense medications under remote supervision by a pharmacist. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes 'revocation' in the context of licensure?

Official cancellation of a license for a specified duration unless reinstated. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a third-party logistics provider?

To coordinate warehousing and logistics services without ownership of items. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'remote supervision by a pharmacist' entail?

A pharmacist directing pharmacy technicians and interns using audio and visual technology. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a 'satellite pharmacy'?

It is located within a hospital or campus and under the direction of a pharmacist. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following items is NOT typically handled by a third-party logistics provider?

Items that are consistently owned by the logistics provider. Signup and view all the answers

Which option defines a 'radioactive substance'?

A substance that emits ionizing radiation. Signup and view all the answers

Who qualifies as an 'ultimate user' of a drug or controlled substance?

A person who legally possesses a drug for personal use or for their household. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'safely engage in employment duties'?

Being able to perform job duties safely in relation to handling drugs and substances. Signup and view all the answers

What does a virtual manufacturer do?

Contracts for manufacturing and controls the new drug application number. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a pharmacy technician in a remote dispensing site pharmacy?

They prepare, compound, or dispense prescription medications under remote supervision. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a 'toxic substance'?

A substance capable of causing injury or illness through various means. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a 'remote hospital-site pharmacy'?

It operates under the hospital's license as a satellite facility. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Definitions of Key Pharmacy Terms

Compressed Medical Gas Distributor: A person holding a permit from the board to distribute compressed medical gases to suppliers and registered entities using, administering, or distributing such gases.
Compressed Medical Gases: Gases and liquid oxygen labeled in compliance with federal law by a distributor or manufacturer.
Compressed Medical Gas Order: An order for compressed medical gases issued by a medical practitioner.
Compressed Medical Gas Supplier: A person holding a permit to supply compressed medical gases pursuant to a compressed medical gas order, only to the consumer or patient.
Controlled Substance: Any drug, substance, or immediate precursor listed in title 36, chapter 27, article 2 or its adopted rules.
Corrosive: A substance that causes tissue destruction by chemical action upon contact.
Counterfeit Drug: A drug, or its container or labeling, bearing the trademark, trade name, or identifying mark of a manufacturer, distributor, or dispenser, unauthorized by that individual.
Dangerous Drug: As defined in section 13-3401.
Day: A business day.
Decree of Censure: Official action taken by the board, potentially including restitution for fees to a patient or consumer.
Deliver or Delivery: Actual, constructive, or attempted transfer from one person to another, regardless of agency relationship.
Deputy Director: A pharmacist employed by the board, selected by the executive director to perform duties as assigned.
Parenteral Nutrition: Intravenous feeding providing fluids and essential nutrients to individuals unable to receive adequate oral or enteral feeding.
Person: Any individual, partnership, corporation, association, and their authorized agents.
Pharmaceutical Care: The provision of drug therapy and other patient care services.
Pharmacist: An individual currently licensed by the board to practice pharmacy in the state.
Pharmacist in Charge: The pharmacist responsible for a licensed establishment’s compliance with state and federal laws and rules related to pharmacy, drug manufacturing, and drug and device distribution.
Pharmacist Licensure Examination: A board-approved examination administered in cooperation with the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy or another board-approved entity.
Pharmacy: Any location where drugs, devices, poisons, or related hazardous substances are sold retail or where prescription orders are dispensed by a licensed pharmacist. It also includes any place displaying the words "pharmaceutical chemist", "apothecary", "druggist", "pharmacy", "drugstore", "drugs", or "drug sundries", or their equivalents, as well as those displaying the symbol of pharmacy ("Rx"). Any building or portion of a building used to conduct pharmacy business under a permit is included, as well as remote dispensing site pharmacies, remote hospital-site pharmacies, and satellite pharmacies.
Pharmacy Intern: A person with the qualifications and experience as prescribed in section 32-1923.
Pharmacy Technician: A person licensed to provide pharmacy services in accordance with this chapter.
Pharmacy Technician Trainee: A person licensed to provide pharmacy services in accordance with this chapter.
Poison or Hazardous Substance: Any substance intended for household or children's use that, according to standard works, can cause serious bodily injury, disease, or death in relatively small quantities. Includes toxic, highly toxic, corrosive, irritant, strong sensitizer substances, and their mixtures that can cause injury during handling or use. Does not include radioactive substances, economic poisons subject to the federal insecticide, fungicide, and rodenticide act or the state pesticide act, foods, drugs, and cosmetics subject to state or federal law, or substances intended for fuels stored in containers and used in residential heating, cooking, or refrigeration. This subdivision applies to substances that, while not economic poisons, contain a poison or hazardous substance.
Practice of Pharmacy: Providing drug therapy and patient care services, including interpreting, evaluating, and dispensing prescription orders, compounding drugs, labeling drugs and devices, participating in drug selection and utilization reviews, drug administration, drug-related research, drug therapy monitoring or management, patient counseling, drug and device storage, and record maintenance. Failing to pass a board-approved pharmacist licensure examination (for pharmacists or interns) or pharmacy technician licensure examination (for technicians or trainees) can constitute professional incompetence, depending on other factors.
Radioactive Substance: A substance that emits ionizing radiation.
Remote Dispensing Site Pharmacy: A pharmacy where a pharmacy technician or intern prepares, compounds, or dispenses prescription medications under remote supervision by a pharmacist.
Remote Hospital-Site Pharmacy: A pharmacy located in a satellite facility operating under the license of the hospital of which it is a satellite.
Remote Supervision by a Pharmacist: A pharmacist directing and controlling the actions of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns through audio and visual technology.
Revocation or Revoke: The official cancellation of a license, permit, registration, or board-approved authorization for two years unless otherwise specified by the board.
Safely Engage in Employment Duties: A permittee or employee is able to safely perform duties related to the manufacture, sale, distribution, or dispensing of drugs, devices, poisons, hazardous substances, controlled substances, or precursor chemicals.
Satellite Facility: As defined in section 36-422.
Satellite Pharmacy: A work area located within a hospital or on a hospital campus, not separated by other commercial or residential property, operating under a pharmacist's direction as a remote extension of a centrally licensed hospital pharmacy. It's owned by and dependent on the centrally licensed hospital pharmacy for administrative control, staffing, and drug procurement and is not required to have a separate permit.
Symbol: The characteristic symbols of pharmacy, including show globes, mortar and pestle, and the sign "Rx".
Third-Party Logistics Provider: An entity providing or coordinating warehousing and logistics services for drugs, devices, poisons, precursors, and regulated chemicals, but not taking ownership of the goods. They distribute items as directed by a permitted manufacturer, wholesaler, dispenser, or durable medical equipment supplier.
Toxic Substance (non-radioactive): A substance capable of causing human injury or illness via ingestion, inhalation, or absorption through any body surface.
Ultimate User: A person lawfully possessing a drug or controlled substance for their own use, for the use of a member of their household, or for administering to an animal owned by them or a member of their household.
Virtual Manufacturer: An entity contracting for the manufacture of a drug or device (including a private label distributor), that 1) owns the new drug application or abbreviated new drug application number (for drugs) or the unique device identification number (for prescription devices), 2) is not involved in the physical manufacture, and 3) contracts with a registered manufacturer for physical manufacture.

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