Pharmacy Practice Law Chapter 7 Quiz

Rules and laws that control the practice of pharmacy within a state.

State laws that determine pharmacy practice guidelines.

State agency that licenses pharmacists and pharmacies.

The process of granting permission to practice a profession.

Actions that violate ethical standards, potentially leading to disciplinary action.

Formal penalties imposed by a state board for violations of pharmacy practice laws.

Pharmacist's broader role beyond standard tasks.

Agreements among pharmacists and other healthcare providers.

Pharmacists can prescribe certain medications under specific rules.

Mandatory training for pharmacists to maintain licenses.

Standards set by state boards for pharmacist licensing, including education, internships, exams, and good moral character.

Pharmacist licensure exams required by most states.

Process for pharmacists to move their license from one state to another, with conditions.

Continuing Professional Education required for pharmacist license renewal.

State boards also license pharmacies, often with a designated pharmacist-in-charge (PIC).

Most states require licensing of mail-order pharmacies that ship meds within their borders.

State boards have the power to discipline pharmacies and pharmacists for violations, ranging from reprimands to revocations.

Actions such as providing false info, violating pharmacy laws, or unprofessional conduct leading to discipline.

Pharmacists and pharmacies in other states must report any disciplinary actions.

Some states allow boards to reconsider revocation of a license under certain circumstances.

State laws assisting pharmacists with drug/alcohol impairment.

Similar disciplinary actions/penalties for pharmacist and pharmacy licenses.

State guidelines for how pharmacy is practiced and who can perform tasks.

State-specific rules determining how technicians support pharmacists.

Most states require registration, licensure, or national certification for pharmacy technicians.

States mandate pharmacists to be present while the pharmacy is open.

An electronic system for monitoring CE (Continuing Education) requirements for pharmacists, technicians, and state agencies.

Many states permit pharmacists to prescribe medications under state protocols.

All states require pharmacists to incorporate prospective drug utilization review into dispensing.

Federal & some state law mandates to help limited English proficiency people access prescription info.

The set of laws that establish the scope of practice and requirements for pharmacists.

The governing body that regulates and protects the public by overseeing pharmacy practice within a state.

The three goals behind licensing pharmacists: public protection, upholding standards, and promoting competence within the profession.

Typically includes pharmacists, other healthcare professionals, and sometimes public members.

Facilitates collaboration among state boards and sets standards or best practices for pharmacist licensure.

Regulation of the licensure of both individual pharmacists and pharmacies.

The designated pharmacist responsible for the operation and compliance of a pharmacy.

General needs like education, experience, and passing examinations for a state pharmacist license.

Reasons for taking action against a licensed pharmacist's license, including malpractice, misconduct, or violating professional standards.

The specific steps a state board takes to address a complaint, investigate allegations, and decide on necessary disciplinary actions against a licensed pharmacist's license.