ExCPT Test ExCPT Drug Storage and Inventory Management 3

Question 1

What is the significance of a 'beyond-use date' (BUD) on a compounded preparation?

Accepted Answer

It is the date after which the compounded preparation should not be used

Answer

A BUD is the date after which a compounded preparation must not be used, as assigned by the pharmacist based on stability data.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a Class I drug recall?

Accepted Answer

A product that may cause serious adverse health consequences or death

Answer

A Class I recall involves a product where there is a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death.

Question 3

What does 'auxiliary label' refer to in dispensing?

Accepted Answer

An additional warning or instruction label affixed to the medication container

Answer

Auxiliary labels are supplemental stickers placed on medication containers to communicate important warnings or instructions to the patient.

Question 4

Which storage condition is described as 'protect from light'?

Accepted Answer

Store in a white or opaque container away from UV radiation

Answer

Light-sensitive medications should be stored in amber or opaque containers that block ultraviolet light.

Question 5

A pharmacy technician counts 98 tablets of oxycodone when the perpetual inventory shows 100. What should the technician do?

Accepted Answer

Report the discrepancy to the pharmacist immediately

Answer

Any discrepancy in Schedule II inventory must be immediately reported to the pharmacist, who will investigate and document it.

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