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According to federal law when transferring a C-II prescription between pharmacies, what should a pharmacy complete and retain?
According to federal law when transferring a C-II prescription between pharmacies, what should a pharmacy complete and retain?
a DEA form 222
What is indicated by the NDC number?
What is indicated by the NDC number?
The manufacturer
Medications that should be refrigerated should be stored between?
Medications that should be refrigerated should be stored between?
36 degrees F to 46 degrees F
According to federal law, if an emergency prescription is received by telephone for a Schedule II medication, the prescriber must provide a written, signed prescription within what time period?
According to federal law, if an emergency prescription is received by telephone for a Schedule II medication, the prescriber must provide a written, signed prescription within what time period?
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Two medications that are therapeutically equivalent have the same?
Two medications that are therapeutically equivalent have the same?
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A physician orders an adult patient to receive 80 mEq/L of potassium over 3 hours. What will be the flow rate in mL/hr if 80 mEq/mL solution was dispensed?
A physician orders an adult patient to receive 80 mEq/L of potassium over 3 hours. What will be the flow rate in mL/hr if 80 mEq/mL solution was dispensed?
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What function can be performed by a pharmacy technician?
What function can be performed by a pharmacy technician?
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What liquid dosage forms are concentrated solutions of sucrose in water?
What liquid dosage forms are concentrated solutions of sucrose in water?
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Regarding the prescription below, how many days' supplies should be dispensed: Rx: Proventil qid, Disp: 8oz?
Regarding the prescription below, how many days' supplies should be dispensed: Rx: Proventil qid, Disp: 8oz?
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According to the federal Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005, what is the maximum amount of pseudoephedrine that an individual may obtain in a given day?
According to the federal Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005, what is the maximum amount of pseudoephedrine that an individual may obtain in a given day?
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Which of the following OTC medications is most likely to increase a patient's risk of GI bleeding?
Which of the following OTC medications is most likely to increase a patient's risk of GI bleeding?
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A common dosing for Biaxin for a child is as follows: mg/kg/day po divided into two doses with each given q12h. If a physician prescribes Biaxin 250 mg po bid for a 44 lb child, what would you dose and what should a pharmacy technician do?
A common dosing for Biaxin for a child is as follows: mg/kg/day po divided into two doses with each given q12h. If a physician prescribes Biaxin 250 mg po bid for a 44 lb child, what would you dose and what should a pharmacy technician do?
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What routes of administration is subject to the greatest first-pass metabolism effect?
What routes of administration is subject to the greatest first-pass metabolism effect?
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What conditions is lansoprazole prescribed for?
What conditions is lansoprazole prescribed for?
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When a physician prescribes a brand-name medication and a generic is available, what must be indicated on the prescription to ensure the brand will be dispensed?
When a physician prescribes a brand-name medication and a generic is available, what must be indicated on the prescription to ensure the brand will be dispensed?
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When repacking medication from a stock container to a unit-dose package, what information must be recorded by a pharmacy technician?
When repacking medication from a stock container to a unit-dose package, what information must be recorded by a pharmacy technician?
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Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of an acute asthma attack?
Which of the following medications is used for the treatment of an acute asthma attack?
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Which of the following is exempt from child-resistant safety closure packaging requirements?
Which of the following is exempt from child-resistant safety closure packaging requirements?
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When a managed care plan covers 80% of a prescription cost and the patient pays the remaining 20%, this arrangement is known as?
When a managed care plan covers 80% of a prescription cost and the patient pays the remaining 20%, this arrangement is known as?
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Which of the following is an antitussive?
Which of the following is an antitussive?
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Which of the following is the generic name for Ambien?
Which of the following is the generic name for Ambien?
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A pharmacy technician receives an order for Nitrostat 0.4 mg 1T5L PRN. The label should instruct the patient to?
A pharmacy technician receives an order for Nitrostat 0.4 mg 1T5L PRN. The label should instruct the patient to?
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Which of the following amounts of sodium chloride is needed to make a 120 mL solution isotonic?
Which of the following amounts of sodium chloride is needed to make a 120 mL solution isotonic?
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What volume is equivalent to 45 mL?
What volume is equivalent to 45 mL?
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What is typically used in a compounding pharmacy to crush tablets?
What is typically used in a compounding pharmacy to crush tablets?
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What is the abbreviation for APAP?
What is the abbreviation for APAP?
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According to federal law, what is true regarding pharmacy department security?
According to federal law, what is true regarding pharmacy department security?
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What is required on labels prepared for compounded sterile productions?
What is required on labels prepared for compounded sterile productions?
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1 tsp qid pc prn allergy?
1 tsp qid pc prn allergy?
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Rx: cefaclor oral suspension 187 mg/5mL, sig: 1 tsp bid, disp 100 mL. How many days will it last?
Rx: cefaclor oral suspension 187 mg/5mL, sig: 1 tsp bid, disp 100 mL. How many days will it last?
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A formula for 1L of liquid pharmaceutical calls for 0.25g of methylparaben, a preservative. Which of the following amounts of this preservative are needed to make 1 pint of all the liquid?
A formula for 1L of liquid pharmaceutical calls for 0.25g of methylparaben, a preservative. Which of the following amounts of this preservative are needed to make 1 pint of all the liquid?
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What is an example of a solid dosage form?
What is an example of a solid dosage form?
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Study Notes
Pharmacy Regulations and Procedures
- A DEA Form 222 is required for transferring a Schedule II prescription between pharmacies.
- Emergency prescriptions for Schedule II medications must have a written, signed prescription provided by the prescriber within 7 days.
- All pharmacy department entrance and exit doors must be locked for security.
- Required information on labels for compounded sterile preparations includes expiration date and time.
Drug Identification and Dosage Forms
- The NDC number indicates the manufacturer of the medication.
- Syrups are concentrated solutions of sucrose in water, commonly used as a liquid dosage form.
- Solid dosage forms include tablets and capsules, for example.
Medication Storage and Administration
- Medications requiring refrigeration must be stored between 36°F to 46°F.
- Oral administration routes experience the greatest first-pass metabolism effect.
- SL nitroglycerin is exempt from child-resistant safety closure packaging requirements.
Pharmacy Practice and Patient Safety
- Therapeutic equivalents must be A-rated products that are pharmaceutical equivalents.
- A pharmacy technician can obtain a patient’s health history as part of their duties.
- In cases of potential inaccurate dosing, a pharmacy technician should alert the pharmacist immediately.
Treatment Protocols and Drug Information
- Biaxin dosing for a 44 lb child can be excessive at 250 mg po bid, warranting action.
- Albuterol is used for treating acute asthma attacks.
- Dextromethorphan is identified as an antitussive medication.
- Lansoprazole is prescribed for GERD.
Compounding and Formulations
- To make a 120 mL isotonic solution, 1.08g of sodium chloride is required.
- When repacking medications into unit-dose packaging, the lot number must be recorded.
- Mortar and pestle are the typical tools used to crush tablets in a compounding pharmacy.
General Medication Guidelines
- The abbreviation for acetaminophen is APAP.
- When a managed care plan covers 80% of prescription costs, the patient pays 20%, termed coinsurance.
- Instructions for Nitrostat (0.4 mg) should indicate placing the tablet under the tongue.
Measurement Conversions
- 45 mL is equivalent to 3 tablespoons.
- Dosage calculations indicate that for a prescription of cefaclor oral suspension at 187 mg/5mL with instructions of 1 tsp bid for a total dispensation of 100 mL, the required dosage equates to 3.74 doses.
Awareness and Alerts
- Medications like Motrin can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Pseudoephedrine purchase is limited to a maximum of 3.6g per day as per the federal combat methamphetamine epidemic Act of 2005.
- DAW must be indicated on prescriptions when a brand-name medication is to be dispensed instead of a generic alternative.
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Test your knowledge on pharmacy regulations, drug identification, and proper medication storage and administration. This quiz covers key protocols including DEA requirements and dosage forms essential for pharmacy practice. Enhance your understanding of pharmaceutical responsibilities!
