Pharmacy Practice Management & Patient Care

What does MTM stand for?

Medication Therapy Management.

What is a comprehensive medication review (CMR)?

Full review of all patient medications.

What is an EHR?

Electronic Health Record.

What is the federal frequency for Schedule II inventory?

Every 2 years.

Who can prescribe naloxone?

Varies by state; often pharmacists via standing orders.

What is a collaborative practice agreement (CPA)?

Allows pharmacists to modify/adjust therapy.

What must be documented after counseling?

That the offer was made, or completed, or refused.

What does DUR stand for?

Drug utilization review.

What are the components of prospective DUR?

DDI check, duplication, dosing, allergies.

Who regulates pharmacy practice acts?

State boards of pharmacy.

What is a formulary?

List of covered medications by insurer/health system.

What are medication-use evaluations (MUEs)?

Systematic assessment of medication use for quality improvement.

What is tech-check-tech?

Trained tech verifies another tech's work (state-dependent).

When must counseling be provided for Medicaid patients?

Always (per OBRA '90).

What is e-prescribing?

Electronic transmission of prescriptions.

What is the purpose of a standard operating procedure (SOP)?

Defines processes to ensure consistency.

What is a medication profile?

List of patient meds used for verification.

What should be done before dispensing meds for a hospitalized patient?

Verify allergies, labs, weight, renal/hepatic function.

What error prevention method is recommended for high-risk IV meds?

Independent double check.

What is the first step in preventing medication errors?

Identify potential failure points (FMEA).