Pharmacy Practice Quiz

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What is the maximum validity period for a prescription?

1 year

12 months

3 months

6 months (correct)

Which of the following must be included on a prescription?

Patient’s insurance plan details

Practitioner’s office hours

Practitioner’s address (correct)

Patient’s favorite medicine

If a prescription does not specify the number of repeats, how many times can it be repeated?

Twice

Three times

Unlimited times

Once (correct)

What detail is essential regarding a patient's age on a prescription?

It is necessary if applicable for correct dispensing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a prescription to be valid aside from being signed?

Written in ink or indelible (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which professionals are authorized to prescribe medications?

Nurses (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many times can contraceptive prescriptions be refilled?

6 times (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is one key requirement for dispensing medications?

The full quantity of medication must be dispensed within the legally valid period (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding repeat dispensing for NHS prescriptions?

Specific requirements exist for repeat dispensing schemes (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following professionals is NOT listed as an authorized prescriber?

Social Workers (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is essential to include on a prescription that indicates the medical professional who issued it?

Prescriber's name (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aspects must be specified regarding medication dosage?

Frequency (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the date of a prescription considered crucial?

To ensure the prescription is filled accurately (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary requirement for writing prescriptions?

Prescriber competency in issuing prescriptions (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements is NOT explicitly required on a prescription?

Patient's weight (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary naming convention recommended for prescriptions?

Generic names (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which group is explicitly defined to have a limited range of prescribing authority?

Community Practice Nurse Prescribers (B) Signup and view all the answers

What reference is used for prescribing options in the UK healthcare system?

British National Formulary (BNF) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration for prescribers when recommending medications?

Clinical practice and patient efficacy (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the scope of prescribing for dentists is true?

Dentists have competency to prescribe limited medicines for use within dentistry. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for all electronic prescriptions?

A digital signature that is uniquely linked to the signatory (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of drugs can be sent electronically according to the guidelines?

Controlled drugs from schedules 2-93 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What action can be taken if an error is found in an electronic prescription?

Errors can be sent back to the GP for cancellation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What ensures the integrity of data in electronic prescriptions?

Electronic signatures that prevent unauthorized changes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of advanced electronic signatures used for prescriptions?

They uniquely identify and link the signatory to the prescription (A) Signup and view all the answers

What potential risk is associated with valproate during pregnancy?

Possible malformations and neurodevelopmental disorders (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant concern regarding medication logistics mentioned in the notes?

Problems with proper packaging and dispensing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What demographic is mentioned as being the recipients of the medications discussed?

Men and women (A) Signup and view all the answers

What recent legal development is mentioned concerning valproate supply?

Change in law relating to valproate supply (A) Signup and view all the answers

What issue is noted regarding prescription filling?

Need for 'full packs' to avoid errors (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is required for a non-UK prescription to be legally recognized in the UK?

It must be issued by an approved health professional in an approved country. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a prescription allow regarding a POM?

It permits sale only by an appropriate practitioner. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What information regarding the prescriber must be included on a prescription?

The prescriber’s profession, qualifications, and direct contact details. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an exception for supplying a POM without a prescription?

Emergency Supplies. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which category of professionals is NOT considered an approved health professional for issuing prescriptions?

Pharmacists (B) Signup and view all the answers

What information is NOT required for the medicines listed on a prescription?

Patient's address (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a requirement for a written instruction to prescribe known as a Patient Specific Direction (PSD)?

It must be tailored to a named patient. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which product is always classified as a POM?

Cosmetics unless authorized as GSL. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the list of approved countries for issuing non-UK prescriptions?

Countries published by the MHRA. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form of supplying a POM legally without a prescription?

Private prescriptions filled at a pharmacy. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be checked before dispensing a prescribed medication?

If the medication is available in both brand name and generic form (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is permissible when dispensing prescriptions?

Dispensing the exact quantity as written in the prescription (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred method of supplying medication?

In its original packaging, if possible (A) Signup and view all the answers

What term likely refers to a specific healthcare system or program regarding prescriptions?

NHS (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is likely referred to by the abbreviation COPD?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for a prescription to have repeats under the NHS Repeat Dispensing Scheme?

It must be part of the NHS Repeat Dispensing Scheme. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the legal limits on repeat prescription requests?

There are no legal limits on repeat requests. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should be mentioned by prescribers regarding the pharmacist's dispensing service?

It should indicate if the service does not include the prescription. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for pharmacists when handling repeat prescriptions?

They must follow procedures to maintain records and avoid errors. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How should prescriptions from Dentists and other practitioners be managed?

They must follow specific guidelines for handling. (C) Signup and view all the answers