ExCPT Test ExCPT Drug Storage and Inventory Management

Question 1

What is the standard controlled room temperature range for storing most medications according to USP guidelines?

Accepted Answer

15–30°C (59–86°F)

Answer

2–8°C (36–46°F)

Answer

8–15°C (46–59°F)

Answer

-20–0°C (-4–32°F)

Question 2

Which DEA schedule includes medications with accepted medical use but the highest potential for abuse, such as oxycodone?

Accepted Answer

Schedule II

Answer

Schedule III

Answer

Schedule IV

Answer

Schedule V

Question 3

What does the acronym FIFO mean in pharmacy inventory management?

Accepted Answer

First In, First Out

Answer

Fill In, Fill Out

Answer

First Item, Final Order

Answer

Fixed Inventory, Fixed Output

Question 4

Which of the following medications must be stored in the refrigerator (2–8°C)?

Accepted Answer

Insulin glargine (unopened)

Answer

Metformin tablets

Answer

Lisinopril tablets

Answer

Atorvastatin tablets

Question 5

A pharmacy receives a medication with an expiration date of '06/2026.' When does this medication expire?

Accepted Answer

June 30, 2026

Answer

June 1, 2026

Answer

June 15, 2026

Answer

July 1, 2026

Question 6

What is the purpose of a perpetual inventory system for Schedule II controlled substances?

Accepted Answer

To maintain a running count of each Schedule II drug on hand

Answer

To track all OTC sales

Answer

To automate insurance billing

Answer

To manage generic substitutions