CCP Administrative and Facility Responsibilities 2

Question 1

Under CMS regulations, how often must a consultant pharmacist conduct a drug regimen review for residents in a skilled nursing facility?

Accepted Answer

At least once a month

Answer

CMS requires consultant pharmacists to perform drug regimen reviews at least monthly for all SNF residents.

Question 2

Which federal agency is primarily responsible for inspecting and certifying nursing facilities that receive Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement?

Accepted Answer

CMS via State Survey Agencies

Answer

CMS delegates nursing facility inspection and certification to State Survey Agencies that conduct on-site surveys on behalf of CMS.

Question 3

A consultant pharmacist identifies a potential adverse drug reaction in a nursing home resident. What is the FIRST action they should take?

Accepted Answer

Document the finding and notify the attending physician

Answer

The consultant pharmacist should document the finding and promptly notify the prescribing physician so appropriate clinical decisions can be made.

Question 4

According to USP <797>, what is the minimum number of air changes per hour (ACPH) required for a cleanroom used for sterile compounding?

Accepted Answer

20 ACPH

Answer

USP <797> requires a minimum of 20 ACPH for ISO Class 7 buffer areas used in sterile compounding.

Question 5

Which document serves as the primary legal record of a consultant pharmacist's drug regimen review findings in a long-term care facility?

Accepted Answer

Drug Regimen Review (DRR) report

Answer

The Drug Regimen Review report is the formal document that records the consultant pharmacist's clinical findings, recommendations, and follow-up actions.

(CCP) Certified Consultant Pharmacist Practice Test

(CCP) Certified Consultant Pharmacist Practice Test

CCP Administrative and Facility Responsibilities 2