What is a safety date sheet?

document on the safe storage and handling of hazardous drugs

What should a pharmacy technician tell a patient who has been waiting for too long?

Let me see where your prescription is in the process

What is CORRECT about double gloving?

double gloving is done after washing hands

IV solution that provides complex nutrition

What medications are spacers used for?

improve the delivery of inhaled medications

What law established differing use directions for legend-RX and nonprescription drugs?

Durham-Humphrey Amendment fo FD&C Act

What is the primary purpose for the proper disposal of sharps?

to prevent transmission to communicable diseases

What is a function of a technician working in a compounding pharmacy?

weighing, measuring, mixing, preparing products

A filter needle or straw needs to be used when withdrawing what?

sterile drug solution from an ampule

What classified Schedule drugs

Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention & Control Act

Identify the INCORRECT statement about taking the National Exam?

it covers skills and knowledge from only hospital

Which of the following behaviors is characteristic of a good listener?

paying close attention to the words and voice

What happens if a sterile compounding technician inadvertently touches a sterile needle?

the needle should be disposed of into a sharps container

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1
Which size of hard-shell capsule is the largest?
1
5
0 0 0
0
2
Lactose is used as what in tablets, providing bulk and cohesion?
binder
lubricating agent
disintegrant
diluent
3
All new patients should be given what privacy policy to protect PHI?
HIPAA
FDA
DEA
state board of pharmacy
4
Which of the following drugs is indicated for emergency treatment of anaphylaxis?
glucagon
EpiPen
nitroglycerin
flonase
5
What created new prescription drug plans for seniors?
Affordable Care Act
Medicare Modernization Act
Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention & Control Act
Durham-Humphrey Amendment fo FD&C Act
6
What is the first PPE is removed when leaving the anteroom?
gown
gloves
shoe covers
facial or surgical mask
7
For the pharmacy technician, recertification requires 20 hours of what?
attending local or national professional meeting
experience in a hospital pharmacy
volunteer work in a charity clinic
continuing education
8
Which of the following is an invisible characteristic of an individual's culture?
values
food
appearance
language
9
What established generic drug option and requirements?
Waxman-Hatch Act
Kefauver-Harris Amendment
Drug Quality & Security Act
Food, Drug, & Cosmetic Act
10
You are doing your taxes, who's records can you not get from the pharmacy?
only your children over 6 years of age
your spouse
no one, you are all part of the same family
all the children
11
Universal precautions work to protect healthcare workers and patients from what?
MRSA
tuberculosis
hepatitis A & B
All of the choices are correct
12
What is the most important practice for minimizing touch contamination?
wearing a surgical mask
wearing disposable gloves
hand washing/hand hygiene
removing all jewelry prior to compounding
13
What is a safety date sheet?
master formulation record for Magic mouthwash
document on the safe storage and handling of hazardous drugs
certification fromUSP for hazardous drugs
digital compounding record for hazardous drug
14
Which of the following will a Pharmacy Technician NOT do in the hospital Pharmacy?
compound nonsterile products
process insurance claims
compound sterile products
stock emergency crash carts
15
Which of the following drugs should you not place a child resistant cap on?
iron tablets
ibuprofen
penicillin
nitroglycerin
16
What should a pharmacy technician tell a patient who has been waiting for too long?
Let me see where your prescription is in the process
We are busy, and it is taking longer than expected
I am sure it is almost done
There must be a problem with your insurance
17
What is CORRECT about double gloving?
the second pair of gloves is tucked under sleeve
chemo gloves are worn under sterile, disposable gloves
double gloving is done after washing hands
gloves need to be powdered for ease of double gloving
18
What is a TPN?
oral nutritional supplement to provide calories and protein
IV solution that provides complex nutrition
antibiotic added to one liter of IV solution
oral packaged medication special not available
19
During the filling process, at what stage should an antibiotic be reconstituted?
right before labeling
after DUR process
after retrieved from stock
at patient pick up
20
LVP, SVP, sterile hazardous and intrathecal meds are examples of what?
IV administration
compounded sterile products
non-injected CSPs
nonsterile compounded preparations
21
What in the pharmacy practice requires additional training and certification?
Mail-Order Pharmacy
Hospital Pharmacy
Managed Care Pharmacy
Sterile Compounding
22
When medications are not taken as directed, this is called what?
medication failure
medication dementia
medication noncompliance
medication barrier
23
How many refills do a Schedule II medication have?
0
1
5
6
24
What must be available so you know what you are handling in case of accidental exposure?
NIOSH alert publication
Safety data sheets
spill kit
policy and procedure manual
25
What tablet dissolves on the top of the tongue?
buccal tablets
film-coated tablets
sublingual tablets
oral disintegrating tablets
26
By asking for patient's DOB or address prevents error to ensure which of the "7 R's"?
right time
right patient
right documentation
Right drug
27
What medications are spacers used for?
administer medication as a micronized powder
deliver moistures to the air
improve the delivery of inhaled medications
convert sterile medication inot a mist
28
Repercussions for bad behavior or breach of trust that are enforced by a profession is what?
social sanctions
standards
dilemmas
penalties
29
A 10ml vial of insulin will contain how many units of insulin?
10 units
500 units
100 units
1000 units
30
What law established differing use directions for legend-RX and nonprescription drugs?
Medicare Modernization Act
Durham-Humphrey Amendment fo FD&C Act
Affordable Care Act
Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention & Control Act
31
To process a drug claim fro a non-controlled drug, the prescriber provides which number?
NPI
social security number
DEA number
state license number
32
What is the minimum distance that you work inside a hood?
12 inches
16 inches
6 inches
3 inches
33
What is the primary purpose for the proper disposal of sharps?
to keep them from the water supply
to save patient money for prescriptions
to prevent transmission to communicable diseases
to keep hazardous waste from the landfills
34
What is a violation of the DEA's rule regarding filling a prescription?
following a Schedule II drug
checking for a prescriber's DEA number
not refilling a Schedule II drug
refilling a Schedule II drug
35
ROBOT-Rx, RxSafe, and Kirby Lester 60 and 100 are examples of what?
controlled substance ordering systems
electronic health record systems
automated dispensing cabinets
robotic dispensing systems
36
Why would a pharmacy technician word in a hospital pharmacy?
offers good starter job with few skills required
the hours are better
you have fewer training requirements
more chances for advancement
37
Which government program resulted in Medicare Prescription and Modernization Act of 2003?
HAS
Medicare Part D
Elder care drug insurance
Medicare Part B
38
What is it when a pharmacy technician refuses to fill Plan B to a woman due to personal belief?
personal violation
social sanctions
ethical dilemma
oath of a pharmacy technician
39
What is a function of a technician working in a compounding pharmacy?
creating new master formulation record with new ingredients
checking printouts of all measurements
weighing, measuring, mixing, preparing products
conseling patients
40
Which of the following is not a function of the pharmacy technician?
performing non-sterile compounding
providing customer service
counseling patients
processing insurance claims
41
When can patient private health insurance be shared without their consent?
PHI may never be shared without consent
an adult caring for a teenager
for a court order
the patient is traveling
42
Which is the sign of a forged prescription?
different colored inks are used
the prescription is altered
all the choices are correct
misspellings appear on the prescription
43
A filter needle or straw needs to be used when withdrawing what?
overfill from a small volume parenteral
sterile drug solution from an ampule
lyophilized powder from a vial
drug solution for a vial
44
Sneezing and coughing are sources of what type of contamination?
air
touch
water
touch and water
45
For patients with "dual eligible" insurance, the drug claim must be processed as a what?
tiered copay
coordinating of benefits
deductible
copayment
46
For a drug to be considered a hazardous drug, which is NOT one of the criteria?
organ toxicity
addiction potential
genotoxicity
teratogenicity
47
What classified Schedule drugs
Medicare Modernization Act
Affordable Care Act
Durham-Humphrey Amendment fo FD&C Act
Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention & Control Act
48
Identify the INCORRECT statement about taking the National Exam?
educated guesses are encouraged
it covers skills and knowledge from only hospital
over 1400 is considered a passing score
The average passing rate is 75%
49
Which of the following behaviors is characteristic of a good listener?
finishing the speaker's sentences
paying close attention to the words and voice
interrupting with questions
avoiding direct eye contact
50
What happens if a sterile compounding technician inadvertently touches a sterile needle?
the needle should be disposed of into a sharps container
needle can be cleaned with bleach and then used
needle must be wrapped in gauze & disposed into trash
needle can be cleaned with alcohol and then used
51
Most drug orders are received by the hospital pharmacy via what?
handwritten orders from the nursing unit
computer
messenger service
fax machine
52
A patient has severe nausea and vomiting, what would be the best dosage form for them?
caplet
magma
liquid suspension
rectal suppository
53
Diabetic supplies for seniors are covered under Medicare part what?
C
B
D
A
54
The Controlled Substance Act of 1970 established what?
FDA
DEA
CMS
EPA
55
What law prevents sale of counterfeit, misbranded, re-imported, subpotent, and expired drugs?
Food, Drug, & Cosmetic Act
Prescription Drug Marketing Act
Kefauver-Harris Amendment
Waxman-Hatch Act
56
Unwanted sexual advances in the pharmacy are an example of what?
ethics violation
harrassment
conflict resolution
discrimination
57
What is the technique used if you need to recap a needle when compounding?
scoop method
safety needles
punch and stick
cap and click
58
What parts of a syringe must not be touched?
barrel and plunger shaft
inner plunger shaft and barrel
inner plunger shaft and syringe tip
calibration marks and piston plunger
59
What is the minimum time one should wash their hands before preparing a CSP?
1 min
5 min
30 sec
15 sec
60
What mandated that drugs have to be both safe and effective for drug approvals?
Waxman-Hatch Act
Drug Quality & Security Act
Food, Drug, & Cosmetic Act
Kefauver-Harris Amendment
61
What is the smallest sized contaminant a HEPA filter traps?
0.1 microns
0.3 micrometers
0.22 micrometers
0.45 microns
62
What does NPO mean?
as needed
send immediately
no medication allergies
nothing by mouth
63
All intravenous drugs must be free of what?
air bubbles
all of the above
contaminants
precipitates
64
Which route of administration is absorbed transmucosally in the mouth?
inhalation
oral
sublingual
intranasal
65
Inhaling, ingesting, and touching are all what for microbes to cause infection?
preventive measures
modes of transmission
routes of administration
aseptic areas
66
Caution:Federal law prohibits transfer of drug to person other than patient is on what drugs?
antibiotics
oral contraceptives
controlled substances
Schedule II drugs only
67
What is the appropriate way to deal with an angry customer?
listen, explain, act, decide
look, explaiin, act, depart
listen, explain, act, discuss
listen, explain, acknowledge, discuss
68
In all states a pharmacy technician cannot legally what?
prepare a sterile IV drug medication
enter information into the pharmacy software
counsel a patient
resolve a drug insurance issue
69
When patients stop their antibiotics before they have completed the course, what can happen?
fungal overgrowth
severe diarrhea
ground water contamination
antimicrobial resistance
70
Pharmacy Technicians make it possible for pharmacies to what?
enter prescription information
stock shelves
offer drug therapy counsel
prescribe drugs
71
If you see a customer wandering the aisles, what should you do or say?
"May I help you"
Nothing, they will ask if they need help
"Are you going to buy something"
"What are you looking for?"
72
Which dosage form would be beneficial for a patient experiencing nausea and vomiting?
delayed release tablet
oral disintegrating tablet
compression tablet
caplet
73
National Drug Codes are unique to every drug, what do the 10 or 11 digits represent?
manufacturer, formulation, packaging
lot number, expiration, packaging
manufacturer, strength, storage
control status, formulation, packaging
74
What is happening to the market need for pharmacy technicians in the US?
it's declining b/c of the increase in pharmacist's
it's declining due to pharmacies cutting staff
it's staying the same
it's rising due to the aging population
75
What established standards for sterile compounding?
Kefauver-Harris Amendment
Drug Quality & Security Act
Waxman-Hatch Act
Food, Drug, & Cosmetic Act
76
Identify the INCORRECT statement about compliance with HIPAA?
PBM is not bound to privacy when sharing PHI with employer
Pharmacists & pharmacy technicians should conceal PHI
Patients over 16 can get contraceptives w/o parents approval
PHI can be released without permission w/ court order
77
Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?
using courtesy titles
making eye contact
talking softly
asking for a patient information updates
78
What measure is implemented by pharmacies to prevent drug theft by employees?
perpetual inventory of controlled substances
signs posted warning they will be fired for stealing
weekly drug testing
rehabilitation counseling for people caught stealing
79
What is a formal written document regarding professional behavior for a pharmacy technician?
integrity guidelines
social sanction
oath of altruism
code of ethics
80
Identify the INCORRECT statement about ethics in pharmacy?
Ethics always dictates the proper course of action taken
unselfish concern for the welfare of others is needed
CPhT is held to a higher level of expectations
Bad behavior will generate social sanctions
81
What piece of info is required on controlled substances & not on prescriptions for antibiotics?
DEA number
date written
address and phone number of physician
physician's signature
82
How long with a 1L bag running at 125ml/hr last?
3 hours
8 hours
6 hours
10 hours
83
What is necessary to clean up a chemotherapy leak in the hospital?
70% isopropyl alcohol
a mop and bucket
spill kit
emergency alcohol
84
What should you as a technician do if a coworker is constantly making errors in the pharmacy?
just fix her errors and do not tell her
bring it to the attention of the supervisor
tell them you don't like them and they should get fired
do nothing and let someone else deal with it
85
Medication errors are generally underreported due to what?
documentation and paperwork
inadequate staff
time
fear of punichment
86
What is a standard order set authorized by a prescriber for common treatment?
discharge order
standing order
continuation order
stat order
87
Why would an IV infusion for amphotericin B be in a amber-colored bag?
to alert the nurse it's an antifungal rather than antibiotic
to protect the drug from heat
to protect the drug from light
to keep the product sterile
88
What law requires that the efficacy of a drug be established?
Pure Food and Drug Act of 1906
Kefauver-Harris Ammendment of 1962
Durham-Humphrey Amendment of 1951
Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act of 1938
89
What is a function of a certified pharmacy technician with special training?
assessing a patient's medication history
screening for diabetes and hypertension
preparing intravenous medications
vaccinating high risk patients
90
A prescription calls for 0.8ml of medication, what type of measuring device would you use?
1ml oral syringe
measuring cup
5ml oral syringe
dropper
91
What is a reason that compounded products in the hospital must be germ-free?
germs encourage the forming of antibiotic resistance
most products are being administered directly into a vein
to avoid stimulating drug interactions
germs will plug the IV set
92
What should HD workers do when cleaning up a hazardous agent spill?
start from the edge of the spill and work inward
start from the center of the spill and work outward
seal contaminiant in a double bag then, put in the trash
wipe up liquid spills with damp cloths or towels
93
What type of error happens when aseptic technique isn't followed when preparing CSP's?
documentation error
adverse drug error
contamination product error
omission error
94
An example of a healthcare associated infection involving antimicrobial resistant bacteria?
streptococcal pharyngitis
MRSA
Zika
malaria
95
Which is the worst for diabetic patient's because of its sugar content?
emulsion
syrup
tincture
elixer
96
What is the process for validating the qualifications of licensed professionals?
accrediting
registering
credentialing
recruiting
97
The absence of disease-causing microorganisms is known as what?
mechanical sterilization
hand hygiene
asepsis
Universal Precautions
98
Which route of administration has the fastest onset of action?
sublingual
intramuscular
intravenous
subcutaneous
99
What does the abbrevaition D5NS represent?
0.5% dextrose, 0.5% sodium chloride
0.45% dextrose, 9% sodium chloride
5% dextrose, 5% sodium chloride
5% dextrose, 0.9% sodium chloride
100
What is CORRECT about a filter needle?
filter needles are for one-directional use only
The same filter needle can be used twice
Filter needles are swabbed with alcohol before use
Filter needles are inserted in the syringe in the anteroom
101
How often must the HEPA filter be recertified?
every 30 days
every 6 months
every 12 months
every 2 years
102
Which of the following drugs is limited to five refills in six months?
amlodipine
hydrocodone
methylphenidate
Alprazolam
103
What attribute will help a pharmacy technician deal with the variety of tasks expected?
all the choices are correct
attention of detail
a good listener and friendly
able to multi-task
104
What is an advantage of an e-prescription?
abbreviations not used
correct dose entered
easy to read
correct drug entered
105
What is the longest beyond-use-date any compounded drug could have?
30 days
6 months
1 year
14 days
106
The number of uninsured and underinsured has decreased due to the what?
Social Security Act
Medical Modernization Act
Orphan Drug Act
Affordable Care Act
107
In most states a pharmacy technician can process all the following except what?
transfer prescription from another pharmacy
faxed prescription from a prescriber's office
prescription on profile
e-RX received over the computer
108
What is a sample of the CSP sent to a lab for detection of viable microbial contamination?
sterility testing
recertification
product release testing
fingertip sampling
109
Which of the following is true regarding Small Parenteral Parenteral's (SVP's)?
Most SVP's prepared are piggybacks (IVPB)
SVP's are administered from 12 to 24 hours
SVP's are 250ml, 500ml, and 1000ml sizes
SVP's are used to replenish fluids
110
Which agency words to enforce the "Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005"?
DEA
USP
FDA
CDC
111
What increased access to healthcare insurance coverage?
Medicare Modernization Act
Durham-Humphrey Amendment fo FD&C Act
Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention & Control Act
Affordable Care Act
112
What is a drug utilization review?
checks compatibility of drug w/ patient's drug and allergies
automatically adjusts drug inventory & reordering levels
determines the cheapest generic drug available
determines if insurance will cover a medication
113
Being disrespectful to those with whom you work is an example of a breach of what?
etiquette
empathy
personal ethics
altruism
114
Which of the following statements about pharmacy technicians is true?
They are under the direct supervision of a physician
They work independently of a pharmacist and physician
They are under the direct supervision of a pharmacist
They work independently of a pharmacist
115
A written rule and procedure that exist to carry out a law is called what?
certification
regulation
standard
ethic
116
A patient asks you to locate a cold medication that contains pseudophedrine, where is this?
no lomger for sale
only available by prescription
in the cold and flu aisle
behind the counter
117
What customer service activity will make a patient want to come back?
greeting patients by name
using a courteous voice
all the choices are correct
having a welcoming smile
118
Many pharmacy technicians is a hospital work where?
preparing medication for home use & cleanroom environment
in a cleanroom environment
in a dark room environment
preparing medication for home use
119
What is created between the DCA and he compounding technician?
zone of turbulence
zone of shadowing
unidirectional airflow
zone of compounding
120
A prescription for Symbicort HFA should be used with what?
sterile gloves
spacer
occlusive dressing
alcohol swabs
121
What does the abbreviation "OU" mean?
right eye
both ears
right ear
both eyes
122
Which of the following is exempt from the Poision Prevention Packaging Act of 1970?
OTC aspirin tablets
OTC iron tablets
amoxicillin capsules
sublingual nitroglycerin tablets
123
When should sterile compounding techniques need to be re-evaluated in a technician?
quarterly
semi-annually
monthly
annually
124
A pharmacist must give the final approval for what, before the drugs leave the pharmacy?
ADC fill lists
medication special packaging
All of the choices are correct
unit dose cart fill
125
What established FDA for drug oversight and approval?
Food, Drug, & Cosmetic Act
Drug Quality & Security Act
Waxman-Hatch Act
Kefauver-Harris Amendment
126
To insure that a patient gets the right medication, what should ask for?
age
Date of Birth
physical address
cell phone number
127
What year was prescription coverage for Medicare patients was implemented?
2006
2010
1990
1965
128
Which type of medication has the highest abuse potential?
CIII
CI
CII
CV
129
What is one of the greatest predictors of job success?
sense of responsibility
reliability
personality
attitude
130
In the ASHP Model curriculum, the vast majority of required hours are in what?
practice site experience
sterile compounding
laboratory training
classroom coursework
131
What are patients doing if they are "doctor shopping"?
having more than one prescriber write for scheduled drugs
finding a doctor with the lowest impact on one's finances
getting a second opinion on a medical condition
locating a doctor that takes your insurance plan
132
What axiliary label should be placed on all liquid suspensions?
"For topical use only; do not swallow"
"Take with food"
"May cause drowsiness"
"Shake well before using"
133
Ameobic dysentery, malaria, and sleeping sickness are all illnesses caused by what?
fungi
bacteria
viruses
protozoa
134
For filling controlled substance meds, the technician will need which registration number?
DEA
insurance ID
NPI
state license
135
What setting do pharmacy technician's have the most direct patient contact?
nuclear
mail-order
community
hospital
136
Within the next few years, job opportunities for CPhT are expected to what?
increase
decrease
depend on SBOP regulations
remain the same
137
What is the degree of acidity or alkalinity of a solution?
osmolarity
tonicity
osmotic pressure
pH value
138
Which legislation approved drug insurance for patients over 65?
Affordable Care Act
Medicare Modernization Act
Medicare
Prescription Drug Marketing Act
139
Which of the following concepts is the focus of the federal law known as HIPAA?
medication error prevention
patient confidentiality
medication counseling
professional ethics compliance
140
In a pharmacy setting, saying "Please" and "Thank you" may be?
state laws
moral onligations
unwritten rules
professional restraint
141
A medication was started at 1000 and is given q4h, when will the next 2 doses be given?
2400, 0600
1300, 1700
1400, 1800
1200, 1400
142
What technology does a nurse or pharmacist use to verify a patient's identity?
Computorized prescriber order entry
barcode wrist band
National Record Locator Service
electronic fingerprint scan
143
Vial-and-bag systems are mostly available for what types of solutions?
electrolyte
vitamin
vaccine
antibiotic
144
What is the pharmaceutical advantage of enteric-coated aspirin?
increases stomach acid for digestion
improved appearance
prevents gastric side effects
improves taste
145
Automated medication dispensing system software has a disadvantge of what?
security
safety
high cost
efficiency
146
The medication lable for a CSP should include all of the following EXCEPT?
name, concentration, and base solution
expiration date
patient name and ID number
infusion rate
147
Which part of the ampule should be wiped with 70% IPA?
shoulder
head
neck
body
148
What is used in pharmacies to decrease the risk of selecting the wrong medication when filling?
automated drug filling equipment
barcode scanning
automated dispensing cabinets
fingerprint scanning
149
What is the correct posistion for your hands during hand and forearm washing?
hands pointed down
hands and arms horizontal in front
hands out to the side
hands pointed up
150
Which agency sets high standards for sterile and nonsterile compounding?
Joint commission
CDC
USP
NABP
151
Where is the safest place to keep CII and CIII drugs?
in the stock and locked in a safe cabinet
in a locked refrigerator
locked in a safe or secre steel cabinet
In alphabetical order in the stock
152
What type of package design has helped in the pharmacy with "sound alike, look alike" meds?
pill pack dispensing
tall man lettering
clearfix packaging
mediset packaging
153
Which route of administration has solely a localized effect?
otic
subcutaneous
intravenous
oral
154
What auxiliary label should be on all prescriptions for suspensions?
avoid dairy products and antacids
protect from sunlight
shake well
take with food
155
What is a reason for the DEA to inspect a community pharmacy?
an increase in scheduled drug use
a decrease in scheduled drug use
an increase in scheduled and non-scheduled drug use
an increase in non-scheduled drug use
156
Which tasks should a pharmacy technician never do?
select product from stock
review label with patient
refer the patient to counseling
override computer alerts
157
Sterile compounding follows with chapter of USP standards?
795
1160
1191
797
158
Which USP chapter outlines requirements for hazardous drug compounding?
797
800
1160
795
159
What do nuclear pharmacy technicians prepare?
radioactive pharmaceuticals
nitrogen mustards
total parenteral nutrition
antineoplastic drugs
160
How is insulin normally administered by a patient at home?
intramuscular
transdermal
subcutaneous
oral
161
A pharmacy technician preparing an IV medication would most likely be working where?
managed-care pharmacy
hospital pharmacy
chain pharmacy
independent pharmacy

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