CCP Federal and State Regulations 2

Question 1

Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA), what is the daily sales limit for pseudoephedrine products per purchaser?

Accepted Answer

3.6 grams

Answer

CMEA limits pseudoephedrine sales to 3.6 grams per day per purchaser, with a 30-day limit of 9 grams.

Question 2

Which DEA form must be completed when a pharmacy discovers a significant theft or loss of controlled substances?

Accepted Answer

DEA Form 106

Answer

DEA Form 106 (Report of Theft or Significant Loss of Controlled Substances) must be filed when significant theft or loss occurs.

Question 3

A long-term care pharmacy receives an order for a Schedule II controlled substance via fax. Under federal law, what must happen before the drug can be dispensed?

Accepted Answer

The original written prescription must be presented before dispensing

Answer

Schedule II prescriptions transmitted by fax to LTC pharmacies serve only as the original written Rx; the original must be presented before dispensing.

Question 4

Which federal agency is responsible for enforcing the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA '90) prospective drug utilization review requirements?

Accepted Answer

CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)

Answer

CMS oversees OBRA '90 compliance for Medicaid programs, including prospective DUR requirements.

Question 5

A pharmacist working in a long-term care setting must perform a Medication Regimen Review (MRR) for each resident at minimum:

Accepted Answer

Every 30 days

Answer

Federal regulations (42 CFR 483.45) require a consultant pharmacist to conduct an MRR for each LTC resident at least monthly.

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CCP Federal and State Regulations 2