CVPM Controlled Substances & DEA Compliance

Question 1

Under DEA regulations, which schedule of controlled substances has the highest potential for abuse and no accepted medical use in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Schedule I

Answer

Schedule I substances have the highest abuse potential and no currently accepted medical use in the US, making them unavailable for prescription use.

Question 2

How long must DEA controlled substance records, including DEA Form 222, be maintained by a veterinary practice?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

DEA regulations require that all controlled substance records, including order forms and inventories, be maintained for a minimum of 2 years.

Question 3

Which DEA form is used by a veterinary practice to order Schedule I and II controlled substances from a supplier?

Accepted Answer

DEA Form 222

Answer

DEA Form 222 is the official order form required for purchasing Schedule I and II controlled substances from a DEA-registered distributor.

Question 4

A veterinary practice discovers a significant unexplained discrepancy in its controlled substance log. What is the FIRST appropriate action for the practice manager?

Accepted Answer

Conduct an internal investigation, secure records, and report suspected theft to the DEA

Answer

The practice manager must first investigate internally to determine if theft or diversion occurred, secure all records, and then report suspected theft or significant loss to the DEA using Form 106.

Question 5

Which of the following controlled substances commonly used in veterinary practice is classified as Schedule II by the DEA?

Accepted Answer

Morphine

Answer

Morphine is a Schedule II opioid due to its high potential for abuse and dependence; butorphanol is Schedule IV, ketamine is Schedule III, and diazepam is Schedule IV.

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CVPM Controlled Substances & DEA Compliance