Pharmacy Practice: Prescription Requirements

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Which of the following is a requirement for writing a prescription?

Must be issued by the appropriate practitioner (correct)

Must include the patient's medical history

Must be typed and printed on official letterhead

Can be written in pencil

What must be included in the prescription along with the practitioner’s signature?

A personal stamp of approval

A proof of medication delivery

A digital copy of the patient's records

Indelible ink or medium (correct)

For carbon paper prescriptions, what is a specific requirement?

They can be printed from a computer

They do not require a date

They must be written by hand (correct)

They can be typed using a typewriter

What information about the patient is required on the prescription?

Name and address of the patient (B) Signup and view all the answers

What detail is NOT required to be on the prescription?

Method of payment for the prescription (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for a medicinal product to be classified as a POM?

It must be sold based on a prescription from an appropriate practitioner. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a condition under which a POM can be supplied without a prescription?

Compounding a non-prescription alternative (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following substances is always considered a POM?

Parenteral products (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a PSA stand for in medicinal terms?

There is no legal definition but it's generally accepted as a written instruction from a prescriber. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of products are commonly excluded from being classified as a POM?

Cyanogenic substances for external use (B) Signup and view all the answers

How long is a prescription for a 6-month course oral contraceptive valid?

6 months from the date of prescription (B) Signup and view all the answers

What determines the validity of prescriptions other than oral contraceptives?

The type of prescription (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following practitioners is NOT defined as an appropriate practitioner in this context?

Registered nutritionist (C) Signup and view all the answers

What restriction applies to normal NHS prescription repeats?

They are allowed only for NHS repeats (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must happen within a certain period regarding the supply of medicines?

They must be supplied within a certain period from the appropriate date (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required information to dispense a prescription?

Name of drug, Strength, Form, Frequency, Quantity (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding private prescriptions?

There are no restrictions on what can be prescribed. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the date on a private prescription?

It reflects the date the prescription was signed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT needed on a prescription for dispensing?

The name of Prachthoner (A) Signup and view all the answers

What allows for a repeatable private prescription?

Three prescriptions by authorized practitioners in an approved area (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a prescription to be repeated?

A professional must make the request. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal status of repeats on FPIO prescriptions?

They are prohibited except under certain conditions. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must be included with a repeat prescription request?

A designated duration and justification. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding EPIO prescriptions is correct?

They are valid only for medications in the Dental Formulary. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence for dentists if they do not follow proper prescription guidelines?

It violates their terms of service to prescribe certain medications. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who is generally responsible for prescribing medicines that have been approved in a detailed manner?

Dentists (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between community nurses and independent nurse practitioners in terms of prescribing?

Community nurses require extra training to prescribe. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of prescription can only be written by a dentist as per the regulations?

POM(P) or POM(B) form (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about community nurses is correct?

They need official approval to prescribe certain medicines. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of the GDC regarding prescribing practices?

To restrain practices outside the competence of dentists. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must be distinctly connected to the electronic prescription data?

A unique electronic signature (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of drugs can legally be sent electronically?

Schedule 2 drugs including controlled drugs (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of using electronic prescriptions?

They can't identify the signatory under certain conditions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What procedure is followed if there are errors in an electronic prescription?

Contacting the GP allows for cancellation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the tokens once the pharmacy dispenses an electronic prescription?

They can be sent back for cancellation if errors occur (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is required if a medicine is prescribed by brand name only?

The brand must be dispensed as prescribed. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should a pharmacist do if they cannot supply the full amount requested in a prescription?

Issue an owing slip to the patient. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What new dispensing flexibility is expected to take effect in January 2025?

Pharmacists may supply a different quantity within 10% of the prescribed amount. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of prescriptions does the new quantity dispensing rule apply to?

EPS and NHS private prescriptions. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the considerations a pharmacist must ensure during dispensing?

Ensure proper dispensing according to the prescription. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for dispensing Valproate-containing medications?

Complete packs must be dispensed. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should NOT be done when dispensing Valproate medications?

Supplementing prescriptions with extra medications without caution. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What document must be included when dispensing Valproate medications?

Pharmaceutical information sheets. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should Valproate prescriptions be handled according to the guidelines?

They must be separated by gender considerations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must be ensured regarding product integrity when dispensing Valproate?

The product is in the correct quantity and form. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if a medication is prescribed by brand name?

Only the prescribed brand must be dispensed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should a pharmacist do if they are unable to supply the full quantity of prescribed medication?

Provide a slip for the remaining quantity to the patient. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under the future law change coming in 2025, what is required if a different quantity from the prescription is supplied?

The supplied quantity must be within 10% of the prescribed amount. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding EPS NHS prescriptions and Buart prescriptions?

The quantity on EPS NHS prescriptions only applies to that specific prescription. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What types of substances are exempt from the future legislation regarding original pack dispensing?

CNS 2 & 4 substances. (D) Signup and view all the answers