Pharmacy Technician Flashcards

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Where does a prescription go after it is checked by the pharmacist?

pickup

What is an example of a patient identifier?

date of birth

What is a reason to alert the data entry technician?

insurance information has changed

Where would you find hydrochlorothiazide after checked by the pharmacist?

the will call wall Signup and view all the answers

Which health care provider is run by individual states?

unknown Signup and view all the answers

Medicare will pay for 100 test strips per month for which type of diabetes?

type 1 Signup and view all the answers

Antibiotics are used for?

bacteria Signup and view all the answers

Who is an individual working in a pharmacy who assists in pharmacy activities that do not require the professional judgement of a pharmacist?

pharmacy technician Signup and view all the answers

What contains the most important prescribing information?

highlights Signup and view all the answers

What is the reference area for the location of detailed or specific prescribing information?

table of contents Signup and view all the answers

What lists disease states and conditions the medication is approved to treat?

indications and dosage Signup and view all the answers

What does ipratropium do for patients with COPD?

opens the bronchioles and makes it easier to breathe Signup and view all the answers

What is the medication used to treat asthma that ms. byrds prescription is for?

serevent diskus Signup and view all the answers

What is theophylline chemically similar to?

caffeine Signup and view all the answers

What is the brand name for tiotropium?

Spriva Signup and view all the answers

What class of medication does Flovent belong to?

inhaled corticosteroids Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Montelukast?

Singulair Signup and view all the answers

What side effect should the pharmacist warn mrs. paulson about if she takes diphenhydramine?

drowsiness Signup and view all the answers

What class of drug is Sudafed classified under?

a decongestant Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is considered an expectorant?

guaifenesin Signup and view all the answers

What are cough suppressants, such as dextromethorphan, also called?

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Which medication is classified as a topical corticosteroid?

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What medical condition would you update the patient's profile with for a new prescription for Protopic?

psoriasis Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is the pharmacist likely to recommend for over-the-counter acne treatment?

benzoyl peroxide Signup and view all the answers

What condition is Mr. Burns treating with minoxidil?

hair loss Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Xalatan?

latanoprost Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification for Patanol?

antihistamine Signup and view all the answers

Which medication contains an antibiotic used to treat an ear infection?

ciprodex Signup and view all the answers

What medical condition would you update the patient's profile with for a new prescription for taclonex?

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What is the generic name for Patanol?

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Which medication is used to remove earwax?

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Which medication may interact with smoking?

Olanzapine Signup and view all the answers

Which is true regarding the ask-advise-refer model?

it just takes a few minutes Signup and view all the answers

Identifying patients who smoke includes which groups?

ask every patient dropping off Rx, patients looking at OTC smoking products, patients for immunization Signup and view all the answers

Which is a benefit of using the ask-advise-refer model?

it can be implemented by multiple pharmacy team members Signup and view all the answers

What is an important counseling point for the medicine lozenge?

drink only water within 15 minutes of taking the lozenge Signup and view all the answers

Which is an advantage of using the nicotine patch?

it is used once a day Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the prescription options available for smoking cessation?

Bupropion SR can help delay weight gain Signup and view all the answers

How should patients use the various smoking cessation therapies?

patients should take the second dose of bupropion earlier in the afternoon if they have trouble falling asleep Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for a patient, Amy, who sometimes forgets to take her smoking medication on time?

the nicotine patch plus as-needed nicotine gum Signup and view all the answers

What is a good replacement therapy for Tim, who is looking to quit smoking?

Bupropion SR Signup and view all the answers

What is classified as an antacid?

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What is the generic name for Prevacid 24hr?

lansoprazole Signup and view all the answers

What condition would the pharmacy update for a prescription for Nexium?

acid reflux Signup and view all the answers

What medication is classified for antidiarrheal?

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What medication does ms. Dingess want for no bowel movement in a couple of days?

laxative Signup and view all the answers

What medication is used to help slow GI motility?

metoclopramide Signup and view all the answers

What medication is a duplicate therapy of Phenergan?

compazine Signup and view all the answers

OTC simethicone medication is used to treat?

flatulence Signup and view all the answers

Which medication helps lower cholesterol?

zocor Signup and view all the answers

Which drug class does niacin belong to?

nicotinic acid products Signup and view all the answers

What medical condition would you update the profile with for a prescription for Welchol?

high cholesterol Signup and view all the answers

Which drug class does gemfibrozil belong to?

fibrate Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for pravachol?

pravastatin Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is a PCSK9 inhibitor?

alirocumab Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for furosemide?

lasix Signup and view all the answers

Carvedilol is classified as?

beta-blocker Signup and view all the answers

Cardizem is the trade name for?

diltiazem Signup and view all the answers

What is the brand name for ramipril?

altace Signup and view all the answers

What medication is a duplicate therapy of micardis?

valsartan Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for cardura?

doxazosin Signup and view all the answers

What dosage form will mr. roosevelt receive for nitroglycerin to immediately stop angina attacks?

sublingual tablet Signup and view all the answers

Which drug class does digoxin belong to?

cardiac glycosides Signup and view all the answers

Amiodarone belongs to which drug class?

antiarrhythmics Signup and view all the answers

Which medication requires INR levels to be checked?

coumadin Signup and view all the answers

What new antiplatelet medication is mr. schroeder prescribed?

brilinta Signup and view all the answers

Which is classified as an NSAID?

Relafen Signup and view all the answers

What medication represents duplicate therapy for oxycontin?

hydromorphone Signup and view all the answers

What would the pharmacist be most concerned about for mr. welch taking kadian?

respiratory depression Signup and view all the answers

What classification does flexeril belong to?

muscle relaxant Signup and view all the answers

What is the brand name for methylprednisolone?

medrol Signup and view all the answers

What medical condition would you update the profile with for a prescription for alendronate?

osteoporosis Signup and view all the answers

What is used to treat gout attacks?

colchicine Signup and view all the answers

Chemotherapeutic agents, such as methotrexate, are used to treat?

cancer Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic for Nolvadex used to reduce the risk of breast cancer?

tamoxifen Signup and view all the answers

What is an aromatase inhibitor?

arimidex Signup and view all the answers

Doxepin belongs to which drug class?

TCA Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is an SSRI?

lexapro Signup and view all the answers

What is the generic name for Effexor XR?

Venlafaxine Signup and view all the answers

Which drug class does Azilect belong to?

MAOI Signup and view all the answers

For what medical condition would you update the profile with a prescription for bupropion?

depression Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is commonly used to treat bipolar disorder?

lamotrigine Signup and view all the answers

Which drug class does Abilify belong to?

antipsychotics Signup and view all the answers

Which medication treats anxiety?

Valium Signup and view all the answers

What is the brand name for Buspirone?

BuSpar Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is prescribed to help sleep?

ambien CR Signup and view all the answers

What medical condition would you update in the profile for a prescription for Concerta?

ADHD Signup and view all the answers

What drug levels will the pharmacist be concerned about for Mr. Roberts taking Dilantin?

phenytoin Signup and view all the answers

Which medication represents duplicate therapy for Mirapex?

requip Signup and view all the answers

What medical condition should you update the patient's profile with for Donepezil?

alzheimer's disease Signup and view all the answers

What is the brand name for sumatriptan?

imitrex Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is a duplicate for glimepiride?

DiaBeta Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is used to treat type 2 diabetes?

Metformin Signup and view all the answers

What lab result would the pharmacist be most concerned about for Mr. Darwin taking Actos?

A1C Signup and view all the answers

Which medical condition is Januvia used to treat?

hyperglycemia Signup and view all the answers

Which medication is available as an injection for diabetes?

Victoza Signup and view all the answers

Which medication needs to be stored in the fridge before dispensing?

NovoLog Signup and view all the answers

What type of insulin is Novolog?

rapid-acting insulin Signup and view all the answers

Which insulin can be given IV?

Lispro Signup and view all the answers

What type of insulin is Lantus?

long-acting Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pharmacy Technician Key Terms and Concepts

Pickup: Refers to the stage where a prescription is located after being checked by the pharmacist.
Date of Birth: An example of a patient identifier, essential for accurately linking patients to their prescriptions.
Insurance Information Change: A critical reason for notifying the data entry technician to ensure billing accuracy.
Will Call Wall: Designated spot where medications, such as hydrochlorothiazide, are stored post-verification by the pharmacist.
State-run Health Care Providers: These are managed at the individual state level, influencing local healthcare practices.
Medicare Type 1: Provides coverage for 100 test strips monthly for patients suffering from type 1 diabetes.
Antibiotics: Utilized primarily to combat bacterial infections.
Pharmacy Technician: A supportive role in pharmacies, assisting pharmacists in non-judgmental tasks.
Highlights Section: Contains critical prescribing information.
Table of Contents: Serves as a reference map for locating specific prescribing details.
Indications and Dosage: Lists conditions for which medications are approved, guiding safe and effective treatment.
Ipratropium: A bronchodilator that relieves COPD symptoms by opening the bronchioles for easier breathing.
Serevent Diskus: Medication prescribed for asthma treatment.
Theophylline Similarity: Chemically akin to caffeine; used to control asthma.
Tiotropium: Marketed under the brand name Spriva.
Inhaled Corticosteroids: Essential for managing asthma; example: Flovent.
Montelukast: The generic name for Singulair, addressing nighttime asthma symptoms.
Diphenhydramine Side Effects: Potential outcome includes drowsiness, requiring counseling.
Sudafed Classification: It is categorized as a decongestant.
Expectorant: Guaifenesin is a common over-the-counter medicine used to relieve cough and cold symptoms.
Antitussives: Cough suppressants like dextromethorphan fall into this category.
Hydrocortisone: Recognized as a topical corticosteroid.
Protopic for Psoriasis: Update patient profiles when prescribed for this skin condition.
Benzoyl Peroxide Recommendation: Commonly advised for acne treatment.
Minoxidil Usage: Treated condition associated with hair loss.
Generic for Xalatan: Latanoprost serves as the generic name.
Patanol Classification: Identified as an antihistamine.
Ciprodex: This antibiotic-containing medication is used for treating ear infections.
Olopatadine: Generic name for Patanol, an antihistamine.
Debrox: Medication effective for earwax removal.
Olanzapine Interaction with Smoking: Important for identifying potential drug interactions.
Ask-Advise-Refer Model: An effective method for patient interaction requiring only a few minutes.
Smoking Cessation Counseling: Involves identifying smoking patients for offering cessation options.
Team Implementation of Ask-Advise-Refer: Can be utilized by a broad range of pharmacy staff.
Lozenge Counseling: Advises patients to drink only water for 15 minutes post-ingestion.
Nicotine Patch Advantage: Recommended for its once-a-day usage.
Bupropion SR Effects: Can help manage weight during smoking cessation efforts.
Bupropion Dosing for Sleep Issues: Suggest adjusting the second dose timing for patients struggling to sleep.
Best Smoking Cessation Options: The combination of nicotine patch and gum for patients who may forget to take pills.
Bupropion SR as a Non-Addictive Option: Ideal for patients desiring non-addictive treatment for quitting smoking.
Tums-Ex Classification: This medication works as an antacid.
Prevacid 24HR Generic Name: Lansoprazole is the active ingredient.
Nexium for Acid Reflux: Update patient profiles regarding this common digestive condition.
Pepto-Bismol: Classified as an antidiarrheal medication.
Laxatives for Constipation: Recommended for patients with infrequent bowel movements.
Metoclopramide Function: Used to decrease gastrointestinal motility.
Compazine: Recognized as duplicate therapy for Phenergan, a similar medication.
Simethicone for Flatulence: An over-the-counter remedy targeting gas relief.
Zocor: Medication utilized to lower cholesterol levels.
Niacin Classification: Falls under nicotine acid products for cholesterol management.
Welchol for High Cholesterol: Update profiles accordingly for prescriptions related to cholesterol management.
Gemfibrozil Classification: Identified as a fibrate used to lower cholesterol.
Pravachol Generic Name: Known as pravastatin in its generic form.
Alirocumab: Medication classed as a PCSK9 inhibitor for cholesterol regulation.
Furosemide Generic Name: Commonly referred to as Lasix, a diuretic.
Carvedilol Classification: Recognized as a beta-blocker for managing blood pressure.
Cardizem Trade Name: Diltiazem, used for heart-related conditions.
Ramipril Brand Name: Marketed under the name Altace.
Valsartan Duplicate Therapy: Considered a duplicate if prescribed alongside Micardis.
Doxazosin Generic Name: Known as Cardura, managing hypertension.
Nitroglycerin Delivery Form: Typically administered as a sublingual tablet for immediate angina relief.
Digoxin Class: Falls under cardiac glycosides, often for heart conditions.
Amiodarone Classification: Recognized as an antiarrhythmic medication.
INR Monitoring Requirement: Critical for patients on Coumadin to assess coagulation levels.
Brilinta: A prescribed antiplatelet medication for cardiovascular conditions.
Relafen as an NSAID: This medication is classified within the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug category.
Hydromorphone Duplicate Therapy: Considered if the patient is already on OxyContin.
Respiratory Depression Risk: Main concern when dispensing opioids like morphine.
Flexeril Class: Identified as a muscle relaxant for managing muscle spasms.
Medrol Brand Name: For methylprednisolone, used in various inflammatory conditions.
Alendronate for Osteoporosis: Necessary to update patient profiles upon prescribing this medication.
Colchicine Usage: Effective treatment for gout flare-ups.
Methotrexate Use: Commonly prescribed as a chemotherapeutic agent for cancer.
Tamoxifen Generic Name: For Nolvadex, utilized in breast cancer risk reduction.
Arimidex Function: Classified as an aromatase inhibitor for breast cancer treatment.
Doxepin Drug Class: Recognized as a tricyclic antidepressant (TCA).
Lexapro Classification: Commonly prescribed as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI).
Generic for Effexor XR: Known as Venlafaxine, used to treat depression.
Azilect Drug Class: Belongs to the monoamine oxidase D inhibitor (MADI) category.
Bupropion for Depression: Update patient profile accordingly when prescribed.
Lamotrigine Use: Commonly indicated for managing bipolar disorder.
Abilify Classification: Identified among antipsychotic medications.
Valium for Anxiety: Commonly prescribed for anxiety management.
Buspirone Brand Name: Marketed as BuSpar, another anxiety treatment.
Ambien CR: Prescribed for aiding sleep regulation.
Concerta Profile Update: Necessary for patients diagnosed with ADHD.
Phenytoin Levels: Crucial for monitoring patients prescribed Dilantin.
Requip as Duplicate Therapy: Recognized as another treatment for Parkinson's alongside Mirapex.
Donepezil for Alzheimer's Disease: Essential for updating medical conditions in patient profiles.
Imitrex Brand Name: Sumatriptan is recognized for migraine relief.
DiaBeta Duplicate for Glimepiride: Important to track for potential over-treatment.
Metformin for Type 2 Diabetes: A commonly used medication in managing this condition.
A1C Monitoring for Actos Users: Relevant lab results to track for diabetes management.
Januvia Prescription Use: Typically used to manage hyperglycemia.
Victoza for Diabetes: An injectable option for glycemic control.
NovoLog Refrigeration Requirement: Insulin needing cold storage before dispensing.
Rapid-acting Insulin Classification: Identified for NovoLog usage.
Lispro IV Administering: Suitable for insulin delivery via intravenous route in hospitals.
Lantus Long-acting Insulin: Recognized for its extended control in blood sugar management.

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