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Which of the following options include health professionals involved in patient care? (Select all that apply)
The directions for use (such as cap tid) make up the:
In community pharmacies, _______________________ generally receive the prescription and collect patient data and enter this information into the computer.
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What term means 'under the tongue'?
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When a prescription is written for a medication that is not commercially available, the medication can be prepared by mixing the ingredients required and this is called:
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The ______________________ should be consulted on all OTC and Schedule II prescriptions.
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If a new prescription has been prepared by a pharmacy technician, the final check is done by the:
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Directions for use should start with a (an):
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For the prescription: Prozac 20 mg #30 qd NR, how many refills are allowed?
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Instructions from medical practitioners authorizing drug or device issuance to a patient are:
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Five groups of drugs identified by the 1970 Controlled Substance Act as having the potential for abuse and whose distribution is strictly controlled are called:
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During the fill process, you should always refer to the ______________ first.
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When you receive a prescription for an OTC medication, you should:
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Amox: 250mg/5ml SIG: tsp tid x 10d; the medication should be taken:
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Checking of order reports to ensure the order contains no gross errors is done:
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Specific responsibilities and tasks for pharmacy technicians differ by setting and are described in writing by each:
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The ________ includes state identification numbers and affiliations with facilities and insurers.
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In managed care, care is managed by a (an):
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Good hygiene is important for pharmacy technicians because of the interactions with other persons and the expectation of performing in ____________________ conditions.
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The drug digitalis comes from the foxglove plant and is used to treat some ___________________ conditions.
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______________________________ is a legal proof or document that an individual meets certain objective standards.
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The length of time from the beginning of development of a new drug to FDA approval is often more than ____________ years.
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Pharmacy technicians should be detail oriented. Meaning:
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The computer system that checks transactions of third parties is:
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The term that describes an assessment of one's personal characteristics, skills, qualities, etc. is:
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The pharmaceutical manufacturing industry devotes about ________ of its income to research and development.
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As for employment opportunities, the pharmacy technician may find opportunities in the following:
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PTCB Certification must be renewed every:
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A list of herbs used for health conditions, this can be considered an early Chinese forerunner to the FDA approved drug list:
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CPhTs need ________ of continuing education every ________ years to renew certification.
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___________ protects against illegal copying of new discoveries.
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_________ discovered penicillin could kill some bacteria.
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The Egyptian god of medicinal herbs was:
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The ancient Greek goddess of medicinal herbs:
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After passing the pharmacy technician national certification exam, pharmacy technicians may use the following designation after their name:
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__________ provide inventory management systems to their customers as part of their service.
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The pharmacy technician's scope of practice means:
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______________ identified the structure of DNA.
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Pharmacy technicians should be trustworthy. Meaning:
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The area of employment opportunities for pharmacists is:
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__________ was the first effective local anesthetic.
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________________ are substances produced by the body to regulate body functions and processes.
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The FDA requires _______ phases of testing in humans.
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After a patent has expired for a medication, other manufacturers may copy the drug and release it under the _______________ name.
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Basic criminal and civil laws, like theft, discrimination, sexual harassment, and fraud, apply to:
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All prescribers of controlled substances must be authorized by the:
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The ______________ defined what drugs require a prescription.
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Specialized technician jobs in hospitals have ________ compensation than entry level positions.
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An inactive substance given in place of a medication during clinical trials is a:
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Any complaints received regarding an employee's employment:
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_________________ drugs must be stored in a locked tamper-proof narcotics cabinet.
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____________ are regularly scheduled events to monitor and document technician competency.
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A court order preventing a specific action, such as the distribution of a potentially dangerous drug is called a/an:
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The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is associated with the:
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________ is failing to do something that should or must be done.
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The ______________ prohibited interstate commerce in adulterated or misbranded food, drinks, and drugs.
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During clinical trials, a proposed new drug is called a:
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Recalls are listed in the weekly __________ enforcement report.
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In each state, pharmacists are licensed by the:
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If two drugs are __________ equivalent, they have the same active ingredients, same dosage form, same route of administration, and same strength.
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Because of fatal poisoning from liquid sulfanilamide, the _______________ required new drugs to be shown to be safe before marketing.
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The Drug Enforcement Administration is within the ____________ of the US government.
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The manufacturer must follow _________________ requirements to be able to market their drug without FDA new drug approval.
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When technicians perform appropriate essential tasks, this allows the pharmacist time for tasks requiring more advanced professional expertise such as:
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The ______________________ required drug manufacturers to provide proof of safety and efficacy.
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Taking routine patient information is a duty of the:
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Of the following schedules of drugs, which one deals with drugs that have no accepted medical use in the United States?
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The ________ curriculum provides a national standard for developing pharmacy technician competency.
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_____________________ literature contains general reference works based upon primary literature sources.
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Which common reference would you use to find information on the chemical attributes of a drug?
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A __________ can be used to search the web for information specified by the user.
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Pharmacy Times is an example of an:
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___________________________ is an encyclopedic source of chemical substance data.
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HIPAA has established boundaries for use and disclosure of __________ (PHI).
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The most comprehensive text covering pharmaceutical sciences is:
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The national drug code (NDC) is assigned by the:
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A web address is also known as a:
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This common reference provides comprehensive and timely drug information about prescription and OTC products.
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The distribution of drugs that may be easily abused is controlled by the ______________________ within the Justice Department.
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The model curriculum for pharmacy technician training is published by:
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Which of the following is required on prescription labels for most drugs?
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Federal law that sets daily and monthly limits on OTC sales or pseudoephedrine and ephedrine:
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Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator are examples of:
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The directory of accredited technician training programs can be found at the website for:
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OSHA requires pharmacies to have ____________ for each hazardous chemical on hand.
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____________ provides nationally recognized AWPs and NDCs for FDA approved drugs.
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What do the last set of NDC numbers indicate?
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A publication specifically for pharmacy technicians published 6x per year and contains continuing education credits:
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____________ literature contains condensed works based on primary literature, such as textbooks, monographs, etc.
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These medications are drugs that bear a heightened risk of causing significant patient harm when they are used in error.
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An example of a unit dose package is:
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What is the purpose of segregating hazardous drug inventory from other drug inventory?
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How should Zyrtec be written so it is not easily confused with Zyprexa?
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Should a theft or significant loss of any controlled substance occur at a pharmacy, by law, this party must be notified:
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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) contains regulations related to PHI, which stands for:
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What are the four enteral routes of administration?
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Amox: 250mg/5ml SIG: tsp tid x 10d M: qs the amount of medication to be dispensed is:
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When warning screens display potential dosing irregularities, you should immediately:
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Prescriptions are written in:
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Amox: 250mg/5ml SIG: tsp tid x 10d M: qs the following auxiliary labels should be placed near the medication label:
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___________________ are allowed to write some prescriptions in some states, as determined by protocols and collaboration with a primary prescriber.
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Study Notes
Pharmacy Technician Responsibilities
- Specific tasks and responsibilities for pharmacy technicians vary by employer.
- State boards of pharmacy also set forth certain guidelines and regulations.
Managed Care and Prescription Profiles
- Managed care typically involves insurers managing patient care.
- Prescriber profiles contain state identification numbers and affiliations.
Importance of Good Hygiene
- Good hygiene is essential for pharmacy technicians to maintain infection-free environments.
Digitalis and Health Conditions
- Digitalis, derived from the foxglove plant, is used to treat heart conditions.
Certification and Continuing Education
- Certification is legal proof of meeting professional standards.
- PTCB certification must be renewed every two years.
- Certified pharmacy technicians must complete 20 hours of continuing education every two years.
Drug Development and Research
- The average time for new drug development to FDA approval often exceeds five years.
- The pharmaceutical manufacturing industry allocates approximately one-sixth of its income to research.
Employment Opportunities
- Pharmacy technicians can find work in hospitals, community pharmacies, and mail-order operations.
- Specialized hospital technician roles typically offer greater compensation than entry-level positions.
Legal and Regulatory Framework
- The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) governs the authorization for prescribers of controlled substances.
- Several amendments and acts define drug regulations, including the 1951 Durham-Humphrey Amendment, which specifies which drugs require prescriptions.
Drug Patents and Generic Drugs
- Once a patent expires, drugs may be produced and marketed under a generic name by other manufacturers.
- Brand names are protected legally to prevent unauthorized copying.
Pharmacist and Technician Roles
- Pharmacy technicians take on duties like gathering patient information and completing routine tasks, allowing pharmacists to focus on patient consultations.
- The scope of practice for pharmacy technicians outlines permissible actions and responsibilities.
Drug Scheduling and Safety
- Controlled substances are classified into schedules based on their potential for abuse and medical uses, with Schedule I drugs having no accepted medical use.
- High-alert drugs pose significant risks when used incorrectly and require careful handling.
Compounding and Handling Medications
- Extemporaneous compounding refers to the preparation of medications that are not commercially available.
- Inactive substances used during clinical trials are known as placebos.
Communication and Documentation
- Prescriptions should be accurately documented, including required information like expiration dates and directions for use.
- Pharmacy technicians are responsible for entering patient data into computers and must ensure that all prescription information is correct.
Ethical and Professional Standards
- Trustworthiness is crucial for pharmacy technicians as they handle confidential patient information.
- Basic laws regarding theft, discrimination, and harassment apply to pharmacy technicians as well.
Technology and References
- Online resources and databases are valuable for retrieving drug information and regulatory data.
- The National Drug Code (NDC) is assigned by manufacturers to identify drug products.
Miscellaneous Knowledge
- HIPAA sets boundaries for the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- The four enteral routes for drug administration include oral, sublingual, buccal, and rectal.### Drug Categories
- Legend Drugs: Prescription medications that require a doctor's authorization for dispensing.
- Pharmaceutical Drugs: Broad category encompassing all drugs manufactured for therapeutic use.
- Controlled Substances: Drugs regulated by law due to potential for abuse or dependence; categorized into schedules based on their potential risk.
- Exempt Narcotics: Specific narcotics that can be sold without a prescription under certain conditions, often found in OTC products.
Prescription Handling
- Always refer to the prescription first during the medication fill process for accuracy and compliance.
- If a prescription for an OTC medication is received, consult the pharmacist before proceeding to ensure safety and appropriateness.
Medication Instructions
- For Amoxicillin dosage: Take three times daily (tid), specifically a teaspoon (tsp) every 8 hours for 10 days.
Order Verification
- Manual checking of order reports is crucial to ensure there are no gross errors in the prescription orders before they are filled.
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