Pharmacy Professional Roles and Judgments

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According to the provided definitions, what is the primary function of a "licensed pharmacist"?

To counsel patients on their medications and answer questions about drug interactions.

To interpret and evaluate prescriptions for their conformance with legal requirements. (correct)

To practice pharmacy under the supervision of a more experienced pharmacist.

To perform compounding tasks, such as mixing and diluting drugs.

Which of the following activities is specifically mentioned as part of "professional judgment" in the definition?

Interpreting a prescription to ensure it is therapeutically acceptable. (correct)

Consulting with other healthcare professionals on patient care.

Maintaining accurate records of dispensed medications.

Providing medication education to patients about their prescribed drugs.

What is the key difference between a "licensed pharmacist" and a "pharmacy intern"?

A licensed pharmacist has completed a specific number of years of experience.

A licensed pharmacist has the authority to independently interpret and evaluate prescriptions. (correct)

A pharmacy intern works under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist.

A licensed pharmacist has the ability to counsel patients on their medications.

What is the significance of the term "compounding" in the context of pharmacy?

It refers to the process of preparing a specific dosage form of a drug for a patient. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the definitions, which of the following is NOT considered a "drug"?

A medical device used for monitoring blood sugar levels. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of "professional judgment" by a licensed pharmacist?

Providing advice on medication storage and handling. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tasks can a registered pharmacy technician perform, according to the provided text?

Enter their initials into the recordkeeping system after dispensing a prescription. Signup and view all the answers

When a pharmacy technician receives an electronically transmitted prescription, what is the responsibility of the licensed pharmacist or pharmacy intern?

They must review the prescription and enter their initials if it is accepted. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions by a registered pharmacy technician requires the pharmacist's verification before dispensing a prescription?

Keying prescription data for entry into a computer-generated file. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of a pharmacy technician when a prescription is ready to be dispensed?

To hand or deliver the prescription to the patient. Signup and view all the answers

What is the specific requirement regarding the computer-generated file used by pharmacy technicians for prescription data?

It must provide for verification of all prescription information by a pharmacist. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a function that pharmacy technicians can perform?

Reviewing a patient's medical history. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of dispensing prescriptions, what does the phrase "person authorized to act on behalf of the patient" refer to?

A family member picking up the prescription. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the role of a pharmacy technician in dispensing drugs?

They assist licensed pharmacists in dispensing drugs by performing specific tasks. Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to practice as a registered pharmacy technician?

A person licensed under Article 137-A of the Education Law Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a registered pharmacy technician to assist in dispensing medications?

To be under the direct personal supervision of a licensed pharmacist Signup and view all the answers

What tasks may a registered pharmacy technician perform according to the law?

Assist in compounding and preparing drugs under supervision Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the facility where a registered pharmacy technician practices?

To ensure the technician receives appropriate training for competence Signup and view all the answers

What does 'direct personal supervision' require from the licensed pharmacist?

The pharmacist must remain in the immediate area and evaluate procedures performed Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a responsibility of a registered pharmacy technician?

Dispensing medications without the pharmacist's knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What type of facilities can a registered pharmacy technician practice in?

Any facility licensed in accordance with Article 28 of the Public Health Law Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the professional judgment of a pharmacy technician?

Only licensed pharmacists are allowed to exercise professional judgment Signup and view all the answers

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.
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.
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

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.