Pharmacy Licensure Requirements Quiz

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What is the minimum age requirement for all applicants seeking pharmacist licensure?

21 years

25 years

16 years

18 years (correct)

Which educational qualification is required for new applicants to become licensed pharmacists?

High school diploma with pharmacy experience

Associate degree in pharmacy

Completion of a medical degree

Graduation from an ACPE-accredited or equivalent pharmacy school (correct)

How many hours of pharmacy practice are required for transfer/reciprocity applicants before the application date?

1200 hours

1000 hours

1500 hours (correct)

1800 hours

What specific certification is required for foreign graduates seeking licensure?

Valid certification from FPGEC of NABP Signup and view all the answers

What is the application fee for becoming a licensed pharmacist?

$125.00 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for continuing education (CE) hours for renewal?

Minimum of 30 CE credits with specified categories Signup and view all the answers

What specific continuing education requirement must be fulfilled if a pharmacist administers vaccines?

Complete at least 2 hours of CE in immunizations Signup and view all the answers

What is the limit on carrying over CE credits earned in the last six months of the preceding biennial period?

10 CE credits can be carried over Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum pharmacy experience required for a pharmacist to be a member of the Board of Pharmacy in New Jersey?

5 years Signup and view all the answers

Who elects the president and vice president of the Board of Pharmacy?

Board members Signup and view all the answers

How often must the Board of Pharmacy meet according to New Jersey regulations?

At least once a month Signup and view all the answers

What is the total number of members in the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy?

11 members Signup and view all the answers

Who is eligible to submit names of qualified pharmacists to the Governor for Board appointments?

Any professional pharmacy association Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of consecutive full terms that a Board member can serve?

Two terms Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to be the executive director of the Board of Pharmacy?

A New Jersey licensed pharmacist Signup and view all the answers

What is the authority under which the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy operates?

New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered an extern in a pharmacy setting?

A person in their 5th/6th year or 3rd/4th professional year at an accredited pharmacy school Signup and view all the answers

What duties can an intern/extern perform under the supervision of a registered pharmacist?

Accept refill renewal authorizations as long as the prescription remains unchanged Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a duty of a pharmacy technician or technician applicant?

Provide patient counseling Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for a technician applicant to work in a pharmacy?

They must register with the Board within the first 10 days of employment Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum time that a technician applicant can work without registration?

180 days Signup and view all the answers

What should a technician do if they need to accept refill renewal authorizations?

Identify themselves as a technician to the prescriber or authorized agent Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard ratio of registered pharmacists (RPh) to pharmacy technicians?

1:2 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tasks can a pharmacy technician NOT perform?

Interpret a prescription for therapeutic appropriateness Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial action for a pharmacy technician applicant upon employment?

Apply for registration with the Board Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is permissible for a pharmacy technician?

Fill automated medication systems Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum amount of any substance containing opium that can be dispensed to a patient within a 48-hour period?

48 dosage units Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum daily limit of ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or phenylpropanolamine that can be purchased by an individual?

3.6 grams Signup and view all the answers

How many hypodermic syringes or needles can a Registered Pharmacist sell to a person over 18 years old without a prescription?

10 or less Signup and view all the answers

What record must a seller maintain for sales of ephedrine or pseudoephedrine products?

A written/electronic logbook Signup and view all the answers

What must non-liquid forms of ephedrine or pseudoephedrine be packaged in according to regulations?

Blister pack of no more than 2 dosage units Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a Registered Pharmacist to vaccinate?

High school diploma Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum quantity of pseudoephedrine that can be purchased via delivery per 30-day period?

7.5 grams Signup and view all the answers

What is one condition under which products containing ephedrine can be sold to minors?

If treated under a health care provider's consent Signup and view all the answers

What must a pharmacist ensure regarding the electronic system used for prescriptions?

It has adequate security and safeguards against unauthorized access. Signup and view all the answers

Which information is NOT required on electronic prescriptions?

Written signature Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance can a pharmacy fax prescription serve as the original?

For pain management of hospice patients. Signup and view all the answers

What can a pharmacist do with an electronic prescription?

Make changes but ensure they are documented. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about electronic prescriptions is incorrect?

They require a state-issued prescription blank. Signup and view all the answers

What must an electronic prescription contain?

Drug quantity. Signup and view all the answers

Who can submit an electronic prescription to a pharmacist?

Only authorized prescribers and their agents. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the pharmacist to fill an electronic prescription?

It must be transmitted securely from an authorized prescriber. Signup and view all the answers

What can the BOP do in response to any violation related to RPh licenses?

Deny, revoke, or suspend the license Signup and view all the answers

Who can request a hearing if the BOP seeks to impose disciplinary action?

Any affected licensee Signup and view all the answers

What is required before a P&T committee grants access to dispensing units?

Authorization and documentation Signup and view all the answers

What medications may be kept as stock for emergency administration?

Over-the-counter and limited prescriptions Signup and view all the answers

Which item is NOT required on the labeling of a resident's medication container?

Time of administration Signup and view all the answers

What must each resident's medication tray have for compliance?

Labelled with the resident's name and location Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for IV labeling?

Resident's full name and prescriber’s name Signup and view all the answers

What should be monitored for accountability concerning medications kept for emergency administration?

Usage and inventory records Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

New Jersey Board of Pharmacy (BOP)

The BOP has 11 members, including 2 members from the general public, 1 state executive, and 8 pharmacists practicing in NJ with at least 5 years of experience.
The BOP is a professional licensing board under the NJ Division of Consumer Affairs within the Department of Law and Public Safety.
Board members are appointed by the NJ Governor, with professionals from associations submitting pharmacist applicants.
Board members serve five-year terms, with a maximum of two consecutive terms.
Meetings are held monthly and additional meetings if necessary. Anyone can attend the meetings, and submit comments in writing.

Licensure Requirements

Minimum age is 18.
Applicant must graduate from an accredited pharmacy school.
Applicants who graduated from an ACPE-accredited pharmacy school and apply for a license within 2 years of graduation are exempt from internship hours.
Applicants must pass the NAPLEX with a minimum score of 75.
Minimum score of 75 is required on the MPJE.
Successful applicants will need a valid passport photo.
Foreign graduates must have a FPGEC certificate, a character reference, and internship hours.

Renewal Requirements

Minimum CE credits are 30 (didactic, pharmacy law, and opioids).
Additional CE requirements exist depending on the area of practice.

Pharmacy

Prescriptions must be logged into a security box if required by local laws or ordinances.
Pharmacy must have sufficient space dedicated to the prescription area, determined by the initial operation date of the pharmacy.
There must be a secure barrier separating the pharmacy section from other areas including a minimum square footage and counter space.
Physical security requirements include monitored access for all entrance points.
Pharmacy must retain records for 5 years.

Other Important Info

Pharmacy ownership changes require 30 days' advance notice.
The pharmacy permit holders and the PIC must inform the BOP of any changes in license and within 10 business days or 30 days respectively if any change of address is required.
All prescriptions must be logged in for 5 years and be available in 24 hours, depending on the type of record.

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Test your knowledge on the requirements for becoming a licensed pharmacist, including age, education, experience, and continuing education mandates. This quiz covers important details specific to New Jersey's pharmacy regulations and licensure process.