Pharmacy Prescription Regulations Quiz

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What is required for a prescription to be valid?

It may be issued verbally by a receptionist.

It must be issued by an appropriate practitioner and signed in ink. (correct)

It must be issued by a registered nurse.

It must be typed rather than handwritten.

What does 'indelible ink' mean in the context of prescriptions?

The ink can be wiped off but must be signed three times.

The ink must be permanent and cannot be erased. (correct)

The doctor must sign the prescription in pencil.

The ink must be blue in color.

What must a prescription contain related to the practitioner?

The contact information, including address and type of practitioner. (correct)

Only the practitioner's first name.

The practitioner's favorite medical convention.

Only the signature of the practitioner.

How long is a prescription valid for if issued to a 12-year-old?

6 months from the practitioner's date of registration. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is true regarding repeatable prescriptions?

They must be dispensed within 6 months of the appropriate date. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of repeats allowed for prescriptions for Jaspens within a 6-month period?

6 times (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an appropriate prescriber?

Veterinary Surgeon (C) Signup and view all the answers

When must medicines be supplied according to the prescription's legal validity?

Within a maximum period from the appropriate date (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of prescription does not allow repeats of any kind?

NHS prescriptions (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following professionals is an Independent Prescriber?

Pharmacist (B) Signup and view all the answers

What information is NOT required to dispense a prescription?

The name of the Prachhaner (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of prescription can be written without any template or form?

Private prescription (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must a pharmacist ensure about a signed private prescription?

It is genuine (A) Signup and view all the answers

What essential information is required on a private prescription?

The date it was signed (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about repeatable prescriptions is true?

All approved health professionals can write repeatable private prescriptions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a POM?

A medicinal product that requires a prescription to be supplied (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a Prescription Direction (PSD)?

A documented directive from a prescriber to administer a medicine (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following products is always considered a POM?

Parenteral products (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a general consideration regarding the supply of POMs?

The supplier must follow the prescriber’s instructions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of medicine requires a prescription to be administered to a patient?

Prescription-only medicines (POM) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant risk associated with valproate use during pregnancy?

Congenital malformations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure patients can accurately follow their dosage regimen for valproate-containing medications?

Separate the medication into blister packs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What change regarding valproate medication packaging is to be implemented by October 2025?

Full doses should be split into smaller packs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What information should the label on a valproate medication package clearly state?

Warning to support complete adherence (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which document should accompany valproate-containing medications for patient guidance?

Patient information leaflet and patient card (A) Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if a prescription is an exemption?

A risk assessment must be conducted. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which health professionals are legally recognized for issuing prescriptions in approved countries?

Doctors, dentists, and other prescribed professionals. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a repeat prescription is beyond expiry?

The dispensing should be refused. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a valid prescription?

The patient's age and date of birth. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about repeat prescriptions is accurate?

Repeat prescriptions must be handled with professional judgment. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What information regarding medication must always be included in a prescription?

The quantity and strength of the prescribed medication. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How should prescriptions written by dentists be treated?

They should only be dispensed if the medicament is in the Dental Practitioners Formulary. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately reflects the NHS Repeat Dispensing Scheme?

Patients on a repeat prescription can also obtain acute medications. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which area is NOT considered an approved country for issuing legally recognized prescriptions?

United States. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What key information must be marked on repeatable prescriptions?

The date and the pharmacy's name and address. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What must a pharmacist do if a medicine is prescribed by brand name?

Only dispense the specific brand that is prescribed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the case of a serious shortage of a specific product, what action can the pharmacist take?

Request alternative products. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is required regarding the packaging of dispensed medicines?

Original packages must be supplied. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must the dispensed quantity match according to the protocol?

The quantity specified in the prescription. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What important change regarding prescription protocols was implemented in January 2025?

Specific protocols were updated, though details are not provided. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of prescription is required by the GSL medicine body for dentists?

A private prescription (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who can prescribe medications on a doctor's prescription FP10P Clinic?

Community Practitioner Nurses (A) Signup and view all the answers

What document lists the medications that Community Practitioners can prescribe?

Nurse Prescribing Formulary (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes a nurse who has completed additional training to prescribe medications?

Community Practitioner Nurse (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental limitation on prescriptions by Community Practitioner Nurses?

They must follow the guidelines in the Nurse Prescribing Formulary. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an electronic prescription to be considered valid?

An advanced electronic signature (C) Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the electronic signature on a prescription is flawed?

The prescribing process is suspended (C) Signup and view all the answers

How is the electronic signature linked to the patient?

It is uniquely associated with the electronic record for that patient (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the advantages of electronic signatures is true?

They allow for better control of the prescription process by the practitioner (B) Signup and view all the answers

What allows electronic prescriptions to be lawfully sent?

Unique electronic signatures associated with patient data (B) Signup and view all the answers