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According to the provided definitions, what is the primary function of a "licensed pharmacist"?
According to the provided definitions, what is the primary function of a "licensed pharmacist"?
Which of the following activities is specifically mentioned as part of "professional judgment" in the definition?
Which of the following activities is specifically mentioned as part of "professional judgment" in the definition?
What is the key difference between a "licensed pharmacist" and a "pharmacy intern"?
What is the key difference between a "licensed pharmacist" and a "pharmacy intern"?
What is the significance of the term "compounding" in the context of pharmacy?
What is the significance of the term "compounding" in the context of pharmacy?
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Based on the definitions, which of the following is NOT considered a "drug"?
Based on the definitions, which of the following is NOT considered a "drug"?
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Which of the following activities is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of "professional judgment" by a licensed pharmacist?
Which of the following activities is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of "professional judgment" by a licensed pharmacist?
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Which of the following tasks can a registered pharmacy technician perform, according to the provided text?
Which of the following tasks can a registered pharmacy technician perform, according to the provided text?
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When a pharmacy technician receives an electronically transmitted prescription, what is the responsibility of the licensed pharmacist or pharmacy intern?
When a pharmacy technician receives an electronically transmitted prescription, what is the responsibility of the licensed pharmacist or pharmacy intern?
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Which of the following actions by a registered pharmacy technician requires the pharmacist's verification before dispensing a prescription?
Which of the following actions by a registered pharmacy technician requires the pharmacist's verification before dispensing a prescription?
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What is the primary responsibility of a pharmacy technician when a prescription is ready to be dispensed?
What is the primary responsibility of a pharmacy technician when a prescription is ready to be dispensed?
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What is the specific requirement regarding the computer-generated file used by pharmacy technicians for prescription data?
What is the specific requirement regarding the computer-generated file used by pharmacy technicians for prescription data?
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Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a function that pharmacy technicians can perform?
Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a function that pharmacy technicians can perform?
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In the context of dispensing prescriptions, what does the phrase "person authorized to act on behalf of the patient" refer to?
In the context of dispensing prescriptions, what does the phrase "person authorized to act on behalf of the patient" refer to?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the role of a pharmacy technician in dispensing drugs?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the role of a pharmacy technician in dispensing drugs?
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Who is authorized to practice as a registered pharmacy technician?
Who is authorized to practice as a registered pharmacy technician?
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What is required for a registered pharmacy technician to assist in dispensing medications?
What is required for a registered pharmacy technician to assist in dispensing medications?
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What tasks may a registered pharmacy technician perform according to the law?
What tasks may a registered pharmacy technician perform according to the law?
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What is the role of the facility where a registered pharmacy technician practices?
What is the role of the facility where a registered pharmacy technician practices?
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What does 'direct personal supervision' require from the licensed pharmacist?
What does 'direct personal supervision' require from the licensed pharmacist?
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What is NOT a responsibility of a registered pharmacy technician?
What is NOT a responsibility of a registered pharmacy technician?
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What type of facilities can a registered pharmacy technician practice in?
What type of facilities can a registered pharmacy technician practice in?
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Which of the following is true about the professional judgment of a pharmacy technician?
Which of the following is true about the professional judgment of a pharmacy technician?
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Study Notes
Definitions and Key Roles
- Licensed Pharmacist: A professional authorized to practice pharmacy following Article 137 of Title VIII of the Education Law.
- Pharmacy Intern: A person working under a limited permit based on section 6806 of Title VIII of the Education Law.
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Professional Judgment: Refers to the decision-making process of licensed pharmacists, including:
- Interpreting prescriptions for therapeutic suitability.
- Verifying prescriptions against legal standards and drug interactions.
- Receiving oral prescriptions.
- Counseling patients.
Compounding and Drug Definitions
- Compounding: The process of mixing or altering drugs to create a medication.
- Drug Terminology: Terms such as "drugs," "pharmacopeia," "labeling," and "sterile drug" are defined in section 6802 of Title VIII.
Registered Pharmacy Technician Guidelines
- Licensing: Only individuals licensed under Article 137-A may practice as registered pharmacy technicians.
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Assistance Under Supervision: Registered pharmacy technicians can assist licensed pharmacists in various tasks, including:
- Compounding, preparing, and labeling medications, under a licensed pharmacist's direct supervision.
- Activities requiring no professional judgment, which is solely the domain of licensed pharmacists.
Facility Requirements and Training
- Practice Location: Registered pharmacy technicians must work in facilities licensed under Article 28 of the Public Health Law.
- Training for Competence: Facilities must ensure that pharmacy technicians are appropriately trained before assisting pharmacists.
Supervision of Procedures
- Direct Personal Supervision: Involves licensed pharmacists being present and overseeing pharmacy technician tasks, ensuring authorization and evaluation of procedures performed.
Additional Functions of Registered Pharmacy Technicians
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Dispensing Support: Pharmacy technicians may assist in dispensing drugs by:
- Receiving written or electronically transmitted prescriptions, requiring review by pharmacists or interns.
- Typing prescription labels and entering data into computerized systems, which must be verified by pharmacists.
- Retrieving and managing stock, including counting, labeling, and preparing dosage units.
- Delivering completed prescriptions while advising patients about counseling options available from pharmacists or pharmacy interns.
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Learn about the key roles and responsibilities of licensed pharmacists and pharmacy interns, including professional judgment in decision-making processes.