GPhC Pharmacy Law & Ethics 2

Question 1

A Schedule 2 controlled drug prescription must be written in the prescriber's own handwriting unless:

Accepted Answer

It is generated by a computer-generated system with a handwritten signature

Answer

CD prescriptions (Schedule 2 and 3) may be computer-generated but the prescriber's signature must be handwritten. Certain requirements (dose, form, total quantity) must also be present.

Question 2

For how long must a pharmacist retain a Schedule 2 controlled drug register entry?

Accepted Answer

2 years from date of entry

Answer

Under the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001, Schedule 2 CD register entries must be kept for at least 2 years from the date of the last entry.

Question 3

Which Schedule of the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 includes morphine and diamorphine?

Accepted Answer

Schedule 2

Answer

Schedule 2 includes drugs with accepted medical use but high misuse potential (e.g., morphine, diamorphine, fentanyl, pethidine), subject to full CD controls.

Question 4

The principle of 'autonomy' in pharmacy ethics refers to:

Accepted Answer

Respecting a patient's right to make informed decisions about their own healthcare

Answer

Autonomy is one of the four pillars of biomedical ethics (Beauchamp & Childress). It means respecting patients' right to make informed, voluntary decisions about their own treatment.

Question 5

What must a pharmacist do if they have a conscientious objection to dispensing a legal prescription?

Accepted Answer

Refer the patient to another provider who can dispense it

Answer

GPhC standards require that even if a pharmacist exercises a conscientious objection, they must ensure the patient receives the care they need by referring them to another provider promptly.

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