CPhT Pharmacy Law 3

Question 1

A pharmacy technician notices a prescription lacks the prescriber's DEA number for a Schedule II drug. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Ask the pharmacist to verify and obtain the DEA number before dispensing

Answer

A missing DEA number on a controlled substance prescription is a legal deficiency; the pharmacist must verify and obtain this information before dispensing.

Question 2

Which law prohibits re-importation of prescription drugs into the US except under specific FDA-approved circumstances?

Accepted Answer

Prescription Drug Marketing Act (PDMA)

Answer

The PDMA of 1987 restricts re-importation of US-manufactured drugs, with limited exceptions for manufacturers and FDA-authorized cases.

Question 3

Under HIPAA, which of the following is considered protected health information (PHI)?

Accepted Answer

Patient name combined with diagnosis

Answer

PHI is any individually identifiable health information, including a patient name combined with medical or prescription information.

Question 4

How long must a pharmacy retain records for Schedule II controlled substances under federal law?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

Federal DEA regulations require pharmacies to retain Schedule II controlled substance records for a minimum of 2 years.

Question 5

Which DEA form is used to report the theft or significant loss of controlled substances?

Accepted Answer

DEA Form 106

Answer

DEA Form 106 (Report of Theft or Significant Loss of Controlled Substances) must be submitted to the DEA when controlled substances are stolen or significantly lost.

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CPhT Pharmacy Law 3