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Prescriptions for schedule II substances shall not be ______.
refilled
Alprazolam and ______ are examples of schedule II substances.
Diazepam
The prescription shall be signed by the ______.
practitioner
Electronic prescriptions may be created and transmitted electronically provided the practitioner complies with all other ______ for issuing a prescription.
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The prescription must include the name and ______ of the ultimate user.
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The printed name of the prescriber shall be imprinted or stamped ______ on the prescription.
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Each prescription shall contain the telephone number and ______ signature of the prescribing practitioner.
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If the ultimate user is an animal, the prescription must include the species of such ______.
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The imprinted or stamped name shall not be a substitute for or fulfill any legal requirement otherwise mandating that the prescription be signed by the ______.
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A prescription shall be dated as of, and signed on, the date it is ______.
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The quantity of dosage units prescribed shall be indicated in both numerical and written ______ form.
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A prescription generated on an electronic system and printed out or transmitted via ______ is not an electronic prescription and shall be manually signed.
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No such prescription shall be made for a quantity of substances which would exceed a ______-day supply if the substance were used in accordance with the directions for use.
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A practitioner may issue a prescription for up to a three month supply of a controlled substance, including chorionic ______.
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A prescription for attention deficit disorder is designated as code ______.
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A prescription shall specify the ______ being treated on the face of the prescription.
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Pain relief for patients suffering from chronic or incurable conditions is designated as code ______.
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Failure to include indication of limited English proficient status shall not ______ the prescription.
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Either the name of the condition or one of the designated ______ shall fulfill the requirement.
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The controlled substance has been prescribed to treat one of the conditions that have been enumerated by the regulations of the ______.
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When a pharmacist fills a prescription, they shall make the same ______ electronically when filling an electronic prescription.
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The prescription may be transmitted by the practitioner to the dispensing pharmacy by ______.
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The practitioner shall indicate on any written or oral prescription that the prescription was originally transmitted ______.
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The hospice program or RHCF is licensed or approved by the ______.
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If the content of any of the information required for a prescription is ______ during transmission, the prescription is deemed invalid.
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The pharmacy may not dispense the controlled substance if the prescription is deemed to be ______.
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The practitioner shall note on the prescription that the patient is a 'hospice patient' or '______ patient'.
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When a practitioner is notified that an electronic prescription was not ______ delivered, they must issue a replacement.
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The practitioner shall cause to be delivered to the pharmacist the original official ______ prescription.
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When an official New York State prescription is incomplete, the practitioner may orally furnish the missing ______ to the pharmacist.
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The original transmission of the prescription failed, which must be communicated in a ______ prescription.
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A practitioner may orally authorize a pharmacist to change ______ on an official New York State prescription.
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The pharmacist shall write the date he or she received the oral authorization on the ______.
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If the pharmacist fails to receive such prescription, he/she shall notify the ______ in writing or electronically.
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Study Notes
Schedule II Substances Regulation
- Prescriptions for Schedule II substances cannot be refilled.
- List of specified controlled substances includes Diazepam, Alprazolam, Clonazepam, and others.
Prescription Requirements
- Prescriptions must be written in ink, indelible pencil, typewriter, or approved electronic means.
- Must be signed by the prescribing practitioner with clear identification including name, address, DEA registration number, and telephone number.
- Requires specific patient details: name, sex, address, and age; or animal-related information for veterinary prescriptions.
- Directions for use, including dosage and frequency, must be clearly stated on the prescription.
- Prescription must be dated and signed on the date it's issued.
- Quantity of dosage units prescribed should be indicated in both numerical and written word form.
Electronic Prescription Guidelines
- Electronic prescriptions must have an electronic signature and comply with specific requirements.
- An electronic prescription printed or faxed must be signed manually to be valid.
- Prescriber must indicate if a patient is limited English proficient, including their preferred language.
Supply Limitations
- Prescriptions typically cannot exceed a 30-day supply.
- Practitioners can issue prescriptions for a 3-month supply for specific conditions (e.g., panic disorders, chronic pain).
- For an extended supply, the prescription must specify the condition being treated.
Special Circumstances for Transmission
- Facsimile transmission is allowed for prescriptions involving hospice programs or patients in Residential Health Care Facilities under certain conditions.
- Original prescriptions must be delivered to the pharmacy within 72 hours after transmission.
Handling Incomplete Prescriptions
- Pharmacists can receive oral authorization to complete missing prescription details, noting changes and dates.
- Unauthorized modifications by pharmacists are limited to certain prescription information.
Electronic Prescription Annotations
- Pharmacists must make notations on electronic prescriptions for any changes made, retaining records electronically.
Replacement of Failed Electronic Prescriptions
- Practitioners must note if a prescription originally transmitted electronically is replaced due to delivery failure, including original pharmacy details.
Invalidated Prescriptions
- Altered information during electronic prescription transmission renders the prescription invalid, prohibiting dispensing of the controlled substance.
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Test your knowledge on the regulations surrounding Schedule II substances and prescription requirements. This quiz covers key points such as refill restrictions and the necessary details for valid prescriptions. Perfect for anyone studying pharmacy or healthcare regulations.
