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1
Which liquid formulation is the least desirable to use in diabetic patients due to its sugar content?
elixir
tincture
syrup
emulsion
2
The intravenous (IV) bolus or (IV Push) route ___________
allows the patient conrol of the drug delivery rate
provides for the administration of the drug all at once
allows administration via any artery in the body
provides administration of the drug/fluid over time
3
Why is the sale of products containing pseudoephedrine restricted?
to decrease the illegal sale of anabolic steroids
to discourage the illegal sale of all anabolic drugs
to safeguard the confidentiality of patient medical records
to avoid illegal manufacture of methamphetamine
4
When checking inventory for a drug recall, what is the pharmacy technician checking?
lot number of medication
last ordered date of drugs
expiration date of drugs
open bottles of the medication
5
A prescription for Cortisporin reads “OU.” What do you type on the label?
right ear
right eye
both eyes
both ears
6
The following drugs is limited to five refills in 6 months.
alprazolam
methylphenidate
citalopram
hydrocodone
7
hs
bedtime
hours
hourly
at home
8
For filling controlled substance prescriptions, the technician will need which registration number?
NPI
State License
Insurance ID
DEA
9
The middle three- or four-digit code segment in a National Drug Code (NDC) represents the
schedule of the drug
product manufacturer
package size and amount
drug
10
In all states a pharmacy technician cannot legally
prepare a sterile IV drug medication.
resolve a drug insurance issue.
counsel a patient
Enter info into pharmacy software
11
What does the labeled code (first 4 or 5 digits) of the National Drug Code (NDC) number identify?
The package size & type
The drug
The lot & batch number
The manufacturer
12
Being disrespectful to those with whom you work is an example of a breach of
personal ethics
empathy
etiquette
alturism
13
In providing vaccine services in the community pharmacy, the tech is not allowed to_____(nationally)
draw up the vaccine
administer the vaccine.
prepare the paperwork & billing
notify the primary care prescriber of the vaccine
14
Which of the following is exempt from the Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970?
OTC Iron tablets
sublingual nitroglycerin tablets
OTC aspirin tablets
amoxicillin capsules
15
NDC # you scan for a refill does not match the one in the computer even though the drug name & strength are correct:
tell the patient you are out of stock
Have the Pharacist double check the medication & then change the NDC
Fill the script anyway
have another technician double check
16
by mouth
pod
pc
ac
po
17
Diabetic supplies for seniors are covered under Medicare Part
D
C
A
B
18
The following is sometimes a function of a certified pharmacy technician with special training?
preparing an intravenous medication
assessing a patient’s medication history for potential drug interactions
screening patient for diabetes and hypertension
vaccinating high risk patients
19
A risk evaluation and mitigation strategy (REMS) must be developed by a drug manufacturer when_________________
Benefit of using a high-risk drug outweighs the adverse effects in patient
the use of the drug will out-pace the ability to manufacture more drug.
the USP wants to guarantee the drug is manufactured by the proper standards
the FDA requires further clinical drug studies.
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twice daily
qid
qd
bid
tid
21
Which of the following drugs requires REMS by the FDA?
Accutane
Adderall
Motrin
Xanax
22
Medication errors are generally under reported due to
documentation & paperwork
inadequate staff
fear of punishment
time
23
State boards of pharmacy regulate the__________
formulary of drugs pharmacy technicians may prepare.
requirements for pharmacy technicians practice
shifts technicians may work.
wages and hours of pharmacy technicians.
24
A prescription for a CII narcotic is good for _________________ from the date written and can have _____________ refills
30 days, 3 refills
6 months, 0 refills
30 days, 0 refills
6 months, 6 refills
25
The information from a drug insurance card required to process a prescription claim for insurance includes the _______
seven-digit insurance company identification number
person code or user name and social security number
patient ID number, BIN, PCN and effective date
group number and amount of co-pay for medical procedures.
26
When insurance denies payment for a patient prescription, what advice should the patient be given?
Talk to the prescriber about a lower cost alternative
Go online for coupon
All answers are correct
Have the prescriber submit a prior approval auth. form to insurance
27
All new patients should be given a copy of the pharmacy's personal info privacy policy to comply with ____
FDA
HIPAA
State Board of Pharmacy
EPA
28
Unless a physician tells a patient to take an OTC drug for a longer time, how long should most OTC products be used?
60 days or less
7 days or less
30 days or less
45 days or less
29
An antidote for heroin or pain medication overdose that reverses respiratory depression is
morphine
methadone
naloxone
buprenorphine
30
Prescription coverage for Medicare patients was implemented in
2006
2010
1965
1990
31
What is a reason a physician might prescribe a delayed-release tablet?
It has a faster mechanism of action
it can be split or crushed
it has a reduced dosing schedule
it has increased absorption
32
Medication Therapy Management can only be billed to Medicare by the pharmacist if the pharmacist is contracted by____
The center for medicare & medicaid
A Medicare prescriber
A Medicare-approved health center or clinic
Medicare Part A representative
33
Pharm tech filling a Rx for Suboxone for maintenance therapy know if the prescriber is certified to write a Rx for this?
Check with iPledge website
The NPI # begins with a X
Check the REMS website
DEA # that begins with a X
34
A hospital pharmacy typically dispenses enough medication for ________ time.
2-10 hours
5 day supply
24-72 hours
7 day supply
35
What auxiliary label should accompany all prescription suspensions?
take with food
avoid dairy & antacids
shake well
protect from sun
36
aaa
every other day
as needed
apply to affected area
before meals
37
For patients with “dual eligible” insurance, the drug claim must be processed as a
Tiered Copay
deductible
A copayment
Coordination of binefits (COB)
38
A dentist writes a prescription for injectable testosterone for a patient. Under what law is this illegal?
Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005
Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994
Anabolic Steroid Act of 1990
Controlled Substance Act of 1970
39
Unwanted sexual advances in the pharmacy are an example of
conflict resolution
ethics violation
harassment
discrimination
40
During which part of the prescription filling process is a drug-drug interaction most likely to be detected?
patient counseling
final check
order entry
DUR
41
A prescription for a legend drug may have _________ refills.
PRN for 1 year
5 refills
6 refills
12
42
What does the prescription’s sig refer to?
The prescribers signature
Directions for the patient to follow
The patient Info
Medication prescribed
43
When would a chain pharmacy utilize just-in-time (JIT) purchasing from a local wholesaler versus chain’s own warehouse?
order items are out of stock at their own warehouse
drugs needed within 24 hours
save money on bulk items
when drugs are needed within 24hours & items are out of stock at warehouse
44
Which of the following drugs is indicated for the emergency treatment of anaphylaxis?
Flonase
Nitroglycerin
Glucagon
Epipen
45
Which legislation approved optional drug insurance for patients over the age of 65 years?
Medicare Modernization Act
Medicare
Affordable Care Act
Prescription Drug Marketing Act
46
What advantage does the extended release product Wellbutrin XL vs regular Wellbutrin have for a patient?
Less frequent dosing
Less adverse side effects
Less expensive
More drug to the targeted site
47
Which tablet dosage formulation is designed to rapidly dissolve or melt in the mouth?
ODT (oral disintergrating tablet)
sugar caoted tablet
buccal tablet
film coated tablet
48
both ears
ou
as
ad
au
49
Vitamins, minerals, and herbs are considered
legend drugs
homeopathic remedies
dietary supplements.
OTC drugs
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