NHA PHARMACY CERTIFICATION

What is the abbreviation for capsule?

cap

What does the abbreviation ID (route of administration) stand for?

Intradermally

What is the abbreviation for suppository?

sup

What two schedules have high potentials for abuse?

Schedule I and II

What schedule consists of illegal drugs?

Schedule I

What two schedules can be refilled over the phone?

Schedule IV and V

What is a contraindication?

A symptom or condition that makes a particular treatment or medication inadvisable or even dangerous.

What is an example of an adverse reaction?

An allergic reaction.

What is the most common contraindication?

Hypersensitivity.

How many mL is in a teaspoon?

5 mL

How many fluid ounces (oz) are in 30 mL?

1 oz.

What does the abbreviation BSA stand for?

Body Surface Area.

What route of administration should you take for capsules?

Oral.

What form of medication can be taken through inhalation?

Aerosols.

Is it mandatory to check the medication label against the prescription to avoid making potentially serious medication errors?

Yes, it is mandatory.

What is a strategy you can use to help avoid errors in handling medications?

Do not use abbreviations for medication names.

What are the names of the two categories that most common routes fall into?

Enteral (through the gastrointestinal tract) and Parenteral (outside the gastrointestinal tract).

Can CCMAs administer an epidural?

No.

What are some routes of administration that are enteral?

Buccal, oral, and sublingual.

What is pharmacokinetics?

Pharmacokinetics is the study of how medications move through the body.

What happens to medication in the absorption process?

The medication is converted into a form the body can use and moves it into the bloodstream.

What is the primary organ of metabolism?

Liver.

What are the two most common verification (verifying patients) methods?

Asking patients for their full name and date of birth.

How many times should you check medication labels?

3 times.

If a patient refuses any prescribed medication or treatment, what right does it fall under?

The right to refuse.

What is the abbreviation for Physicians' Desk Reference?

PDR.

What are PDRs used for?

To access reliable, medically approved references they can refer to easily to find information regarding medications.

What is used to prevent medication errors for look alike sound alike med?

Tall Man Lettering.

Which medication requires refrigeration for return to the warehouse?

Latanoprost (Xalatan).

Which volume is equivalent to 45 mL?

One tbsp = 15 mL; therefore, 3 tbsp = 45 mL.

Which health care professionals can prescribe a medication for a child's toothache?

DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery).

What storage condition should be indicated for a patient taking nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) sublingual tablets?

Nitroglycerin should be stored in the original airtight container (helps med retain potency).

Which medication should a pharmacy tech stock in an automated machine?

Metformin (Glucophage).

What does medication therapy management involve?

Identifying a potential service or group of services that can optimize outcomes for a patient.

What component of a prescription may indicate it might be forged?

Written in blue ink (standard is black).

What is the brand name for alendronate?

Fosamax.

What is a method to minimize incompatibilities of compounded solutions?

Limit the number of drugs added to the solution.

Which resource determines the therapeutic equivalence of a brand and generic medication?

Orange Book.

What term indicates the percentage of the cost of a prescription that must be paid by the patient?

Coinsurance.

How many mL of acyclovir are needed to compound a 280 mg bag with a stock vial of 500mg/10mL?

5.6 mL.

What information determines the beyond use date (BUD) of a compounded sterile product?

Stability of a medication.

What medication is hazardous and requires special handling?

Doxorubicin (Adriamycin).

Which abbreviation is known to be error prone on the ISMP list?

QOD (every other day).

What information is required on labels for compounded sterile products?

Beyond use date.

If a prescription states dispense as written, what DAW code should be entered?

DAW 1.

Which auxiliary label should be placed on a prescription for amoxicillin suspension (Amoxil)?

Shake well before use.

What method reduces the particle size of a solid with a solvent?

Pulverization.

What is the purpose of a black box warning on a medication label?

To indicate that the medication carries a risk for life-threatening adverse effects.

If a pharmacy tech receives an emergency prescription by phone for a schedule II medication, when must the written prescription be issued?

Within 7 days.

What is a basic element of a prescription?

The prescribers address.

What action should a pharmacy tech take if a patient can't afford medication?

Notify the pharmacist to set up a counseling session with the patient.

Where can a pharmacy tech find how much diluent to use in compounding?

Product package insert.

What is the max daily dose recommended for acetaminophen (Tylenol)?

4000 mg.

How many tablets are equivalent to dispense LX?

60 (L=50 X=10).

What schedule of controlled substances requires the exact quantity to be reported?

Schedule II.

What task can a pharmacy tech legally perform?

Fill a unit dose cart.

What is the primary goal of the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) program?

To inform patients of the risks associated with a medication.

What should a pharmacy tech do with a discontinued medication from a patient?

Set it aside in a secure location to await disposal.

What is an adverse effect of taking methylphenidate (Ritalin)?

Weight loss.

What is a security requirement for no controlled Medicaid prescriptions?

Written on a tamper-resistant pad.

Which medication is in the class of cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitor (COX-2 inhibitor)?

Celecoxib (Celebrex).

What substance is classified as a schedule II medication according to federal law?

Cocaine.

How many months before expiration should medications be marked?

6 months.

How often should techs inspect the floor stock medications?

Daily.

What is the maximum length of time a repackaged medication is valid?

12 months.

What item should be included with a prescription to inform how to safely use a medication?

Medication guide.

What is a requirement regarding patients' acknowledgment signatures according to HIPAA?

They must be maintained separately from the patient's consultation log.

What organization should medication errors be reported to?

MERP (Medication Error Reporting Program).

What is a valid DEA number for a prescriber named Dr. Jane Smith?

BS2135641.

What set of numbers in the NDC code represents the medication's active ingredients and dosage form?

The middle 4 numbers.

Which measurement system should be used when labeling insulin?

International unit system.

What action should a tech take for quality assurance when compounding IV prescriptions?

Use a bar code verification system.

What does ii gtts ad tid UD mean?

Instill two drops in the right ear three times per day as directed.

According to the combat meth act, what is the max amount of pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) a patient can obtain in a day?

3.6 g.

What is the min age the CDC recommends for a seasonal flu vaccine?

6 months.

What type of medication is used to relieve coughing?

Antitussive.

According to USP

Anteroom.

What part of Medicare should a tech bill for a patient's blood glucose test strips?

Medicare Part B.

What factors should a tech be mindful of when a patient is prescribed a new medication?

Drug-to-drug interaction.

What does PAR represent in inventory control?

Periodic automatic replenishment.

What is an example of look-alike sound-alike medications?

Prednisone and prednisolone.

What category does a compound starting with a non-sterile product fall under?

High risk.

What should a tech do if a prescription doesn't indicate any refills?

Enter no refills.

What features must two therapeutic equivalent medications share?

A-rated pharmaceutical equivalents.

What does the FDA require to prove that a generic medication is equivalent?

Bioavailability.

What type of active listening involves asking clarifying questions?

Evaluating.

Which medication is used for an acute asthma attack?

Proventil (Albuterol).

What should a tech do in case of accidental chemotherapy medication administration via wrong route?

Notify the facilities medication safety committee.

What concentration label should be placed on an ointment containing 125 mg of erythromycin sulfate in 40 g?

.3125%.

Which medication is exempt from child-resistant packaging?

SL nitroglycerin (Nitrostat).

What condition does pravastatin (Pravachol) treat?

Hyperlipidemia.

Which medication must be included on a health care facility crash cart?

Epinephrine (Adrenalin).

Which medication is available to patients over-the-counter?

Minoxidil (Rogaine).

What must federal law include on a prescription label?

The prescription's expiration date.

Which medication reduces cholesterol?

Atorvastatin (Lipitor).

According to OSHA, where should contaminated sharps be discarded?

Red biohazard container.

What information is required on prescriptions for controlled substances?

DEA number.

What does enteric coating on a tablet indicate?

The tablet will dissolve in the intestines.

What information should a tech expect when scanning a bar code on a medication bottle?

Dosage form.

Which environment should be used to compound sterile IV preparations?

ISO 5.