Excpt Certification Practice

IBU prescription for pain

IBU 400mg; Sig: i-ii tabs po q4-6h prn for pain x 6 days. Total 72 tabs.

Drospirenone

A medication that requires including a patient package insert when dispensing.

USP Chapter

Requires negative gloved fingertip sampling to be demonstrated 3 times prior to preparing sterile products.

Schedule V

Controlled substances with limited quantities that have a low potential for abuse.

SSRI medication example

Duloxetine (Cymbalta) is classified as an SSRI.

NDC number indicates

Manufacturer information is indicated by the NDC number.

Xanax classification

Xanax is classified as a Schedule IV medication.

Ounces in 3 tablespoons

There are 1.5 oz in 3 tablespoons.

Coinsurance arrangement definition

A payment arrangement where the plan covers 80% and the patient pays 20%.

Sterile compounding training requirement

Personnel must be trained according to the United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

Teaspoons in 6 tablespoons

There are 18 teaspoons in 6 tablespoons.

Storage for nitroglycerin sublingual tablets

Should be stored in the original, airtight container.

Medication Therapy Management

Practice of identifying services to optimize therapeutic outcomes for a patient.

Compounded sterile preparations category

A non-sterile product preparation that falls under HIGH-RISK category.

Insurance allowing specialist visits without referrals

D. PPO allows patients to see specialists without referrals.

Hydrochlorothiazide abbreviation

HCTZ.

Medications stockable in automated dispensing machines

Metformin (Glucophage) can be stocked in automated dispensers.

Final step of filling a new prescription

Asking the pharmacist to perform a verification check.

Roman numeral LXXXI meaning

81.

DAW code for 'Dispense as Written'

DAW 1.

Labeling information for prednisone and prednisolone

Tall man lettering is incorporated on their labels.

HIPAA privacy regulations apply to

Patient Counseling is covered under HIPAA regulations.

Ounces in 450 ml

450 ml is equal to 15 ounces.

Billing for blood glucose strips under Medicare

Bill under Medicare Part B for blood glucose strips.

FDA requirements in medication monograph

The FDA requires contraindications to be published in a medication monograph.

Grams in 5.6 kg

5600 grams are equal to 5.6 kg.

Qualified prescriber for child's toothache

A DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) can prescribe for a child's toothache.

Federal Schedule II classification

Cocaine is classified as a Schedule II medication.

Medication administration error identification

The strength 2.0 mg should be written as 2 mg for Glimepiride.

Schedule classification for meperidine

Schedule II.

Abbreviation 'rt' meaning

Related to.

Primary purpose of MedWatch

To allow voluntary reporting of adverse events.

Levothyroxine administration instruction

Take the medication on an empty stomach.

Solid dosage form example

Effervescent tablet is an example of a solid dosage form.

Tablet crushing supply

Mortar and pestle is typically used to crush tablets.

Celecoxib drug class

COX-2 inhibitor (Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor).

Verification for correct patient profile

Verify the patient's date of birth (DOB).

Black box warning purpose

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

Organization for hazardous waste disposal

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) oversees disposal of hazardous waste.

Avoiding NSAIDs for allergy patients

Recognize Acetylsalicylic (Aspirin) should be avoided.

DEA reporting requirement schedule

Exact quantities must be reported for Schedule II substances.

Auxiliary label for clindamycin oral suspension

'Take with Food' is an auxiliary label.

Over-the-counter medication example

Minoxidil (Rogaine) is available OTC.

Prescription label instruction for allergy

Take 1 teaspoon four times daily after meals as needed for allergy.

Needle type for diluent injection

Use a Hypodermic needle for injecting a diluent.

Durham-Humphrey Amendment 1951 purpose

To require prescription medications to bear the legend "Rx Only."

Non-controlled substances delivery inspection

Check the shipment invoice upon delivery.

Naproxen prescription instruction

Take two tablets by mouth every 4 to 6 hrs as needed.

Federal act requiring pharmacist counseling

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA '90).

Adverse effect of methylphenidate

Constipation is an adverse effect of methylphenidate (Ritalin).

Prescription instruction for HBP

Take 1 tablet every day in the morning for high blood pressure.

BUD consideration for sterile compound

Consider the stability of the medication for beyond-use-date.

Contraindicated medication for penicillin allergy

Tetracycline (Sumycin) is contraindicated for penicillin allergy.

Potassium administration flow rate calculation

The flow rate will be 167 ml/hr for 80 mEq over 3 hr.

Size bottle for promethazine syrup prescription

Use a 240 ml bottle to fill the prescription for 6 oz.

Medicaid non-controlled prescription security

Required to be written on a tamper-resistant pad.

Dosage representation in grams format

0.3 g is the correct format to represent dosing.

Brand name for alendronate

Fosamax is the brand name for alendronate.

Altered prescription indication

Written in red ink indicates that the prescription might be altered.

Cough relief medication class

Antitussive medications are used to relieve coughing.

Pharmacy counter requirement medication

Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed) must be stored behind the pharmacy counter.

Avoiding contamination in pharmacy setting

D. Disinfect countertops with isopropyl alcohol to avoid contamination.

Maximum Schedule IV medication refills

Schedule IV medications can be refilled up to five times in 6 months.

Abbreviation meaning 'left ear'

A. AS means left ear.

0505 in regular time

5:05 a.m. is the conversion of 0505.

Aricept usage

Aricept is used for Alzheimer's disease.

Non-C-II medication example

Lorazepam is NOT a C-II medication; it is Schedule IV.

Abbreviation 'c' meaning

The abbreviation 'c' means 'with'.

Stock bottle information missing

Refills will NOT be found on a stock bottle.

Insulin prescription verb

The Sig for insulin prescriptions typically uses the verb 'Inject'.

Form for C-II ordering

A DEA Form 222 is used to order Schedule II medications.

Prescription components missing

Prescriber's signature is NOT typically found on a prescription.

Emergency C-II hard copy time requirement

Prescriber has 7 days to send the hard copy after an emergency prescription.

OU meaning

OU means both eyes.

Over-the-counter drugs schedule

Schedule V drugs can be obtained without a prescription.

Promoting medication compliance action

Ask the patient to monitor medication intake by keeping a log.

Pseudoephedrine daily maximum

The maximum amount of pseudoephedrine a patient can obtain in a day is 3.6 grams.

Volume equivalent to 45 ml

45 ml is equivalent to 3 tablespoons.

Auxiliary label for amoxicillin suspension

Place 'Shake Well Before Use' auxiliary label.

Forms for lending C-II medications

Complete DEA Form 222 when lending a Schedule II medication.

Pharmacy technician scope of practice task

C. Obtaining a patient's health history is within a technician's scope.

Active listening type with clarifying questions

C. Interpreting involves asking clarifying questions.

Goal of Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS)

To inform patients of the risks associated with a medication.

Organization reviewing new medication equivalents

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for reviewing medications.

PPE application order according to USP

B. Gown is applied first in aseptic technique.

Tablets to dispense for Sulfasalazine prescription

Dispense 40 tablets for Sulfasalazine 500 mg tablets, 1.5 g qid x 10 days.

Non-controlled substance prescription refill information

The prescription can be refilled up to 5 times in 6 months.

Community pharmacy immunization actions

C. Explaining potential adverse effects of an immunization is outside scope.

Prescription label federal law requirement

Include the prescription's expiration date on the label.

OTC medication risking GI bleeding

C. Ibuprofen (Motrin) is likely to increase GI bleeding risk.

Compounded sterile product labeling information

Include the Beyond-Use-Date on labels for compounded sterile products.

Expired medication marking period

Mark medications set to expire 6 months before the expiration date.

NDC code active ingredient representation

In NDC 0079-5420-66, 5420 represents the active ingredient and dosage form.

FDA requirement for generic medication equivalency

C. Strength is required to prove equitability to brand name.

Child-resistant packaging exemption for medication

D. Acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin) is exempt from child-resistant packaging.

Error-prone abbreviation in ISMP list

D. QOD is included on the ISMP List of Error-Prone Abbreviations.

Floor stock medication inspection frequency

Inspect floor stock medications daily.

Lomotil Schedule classification

Lomotil is classified as a Schedule IV (C-IV) drug.

Storage for insulin medications

Lantus and Humalog should be stored in the refrigerator.

Chemical name for Elavil

Amitriptyline is the chemical name for Elavil.