Prescription Processing Flashcards
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Which of the following is required on a valid prescription?
Answer: Patient name, drug name, strength, directions, and prescriber signature
A valid prescription must include patient name, drug name and strength, quantity, directions for use, and the prescriber's name and signature.
What does 'DAW' stand for on a prescription?
Answer: Dispense As Written
DAW stands for 'Dispense As Written,' indicating the prescriber wants the brand-name drug dispensed rather than a generic substitute.
For Schedule II controlled substances, prescriptions are typically valid for how long after the date written?
Answer: 30 days
Schedule II prescriptions are valid for 30 days from the date written in most states due to their high abuse potential and strict DEA regulations.
What does the abbreviation 'SIG' refer to on a prescription?
Answer: Directions for use (from the Latin 'signa')
'SIG' derives from the Latin 'signa' meaning 'write' or 'label,' and refers to the patient directions that appear on the dispensing label.
What does 'PRN' mean on a prescription?
Answer: As needed
'PRN' comes from the Latin 'pro re nata,' meaning 'as needed' or 'as the situation demands,' indicating the patient takes the medication only when required.
What does the NDC number on a prescription label identify?
Answer: A specific drug product including manufacturer, product, and package size
The National Drug Code (NDC) is a unique 10–11 digit identifier assigned by the FDA that specifies the drug manufacturer, product, and package size.
Which of the following is a key reason pharmacy technicians verify a patient's date of birth when processing a prescription?
Answer: To confirm the correct patient is receiving the medication
Verifying a patient's date of birth confirms identity and ensures the prescription is being dispensed to the correct individual, preventing medication errors.