CPhT Inventory Management 5

Question 1

What is the purpose of a medication's NDC (National Drug Code) in inventory management?

Accepted Answer

It uniquely identifies the manufacturer, product, and package size for ordering and tracking

Answer

The NDC is a unique 10- or 11-digit identifier that specifies the labeler, product, and package configuration, enabling accurate ordering and inventory tracking.

Question 2

A pharmacy unexpectedly cannot obtain a critical medication from its primary wholesaler. What is the BEST immediate alternative?

Accepted Answer

Contact secondary wholesalers or the manufacturer directly

Answer

When primary sources are unavailable, pharmacies should contact secondary wholesalers or the manufacturer to secure supply and minimize patient impact.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes 'shrinkage' in pharmacy inventory?

Accepted Answer

Loss of inventory due to theft, error, or spoilage not accounted for by sales

Answer

Shrinkage refers to inventory losses that cannot be attributed to legitimate sales, including theft, dispensing errors, and spoilage.

Question 4

When is a DEA Form 41 used?

Accepted Answer

To document the destruction of controlled substances

Answer

DEA Form 41 is used to document and request authorization for the destruction of controlled substances.

Question 5

A pharmacy switches from a manual ordering system to an automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) in a hospital. Which inventory benefit does an ADC primarily provide?

Accepted Answer

Provides real-time tracking of medication dispensing and reduces diversion risk

Answer

ADCs track every transaction electronically, improving accountability and significantly reducing opportunities for diversion.

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CPhT Inventory Management 5