PTCB Practice Test #6

Question 1

Which method is used to prepare capsules?

Accepted Answer

Punch method

Answer

The punch method is a common manual technique used in compounding pharmacies to prepare capsules. It involves repeatedly 'punching' the open end of a capsule body into a powder bed to fill it, then capping it. This method allows for precise filling of individual capsules.

Question 2

Which of the following is an error that is caused by the prescriber?

Accepted Answer

unapproved abbreviation

Answer

An unapproved abbreviation is an error directly caused by the prescriber when writing a prescription. Using such abbreviations can lead to misinterpretation by pharmacy staff, potentially resulting in incorrect medication dispensing. Other options like sound-alike drugs or transcription errors are typically related to dispensing or interpretation by the pharmacy.

Question 3

When performing handwashing, hands should be washed for a minimum of?

Accepted Answer

30 seconds

Answer

For effective hand hygiene in a pharmacy setting, hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water for a minimum of 30 seconds. This duration ensures adequate removal of microorganisms and helps prevent contamination during compounding or dispensing.

Question 4

A pharmacy receives a prescription for Pilocar 4% Eye Drops #15ml, i gtt both eyes bid. How many days will this bottle last?

Accepted Answer

75 days

Answer

The prescription is for 15ml, with a dosage of 'i gtt both eyes bid,' meaning 1 drop in each eye, twice a day, totaling 4 drops per day. Since 1 ml typically contains 20 drops, a 15ml bottle contains 300 drops (15 ml * 20 gtt/ml). Dividing the total drops by the daily usage (300 drops / 4 drops/day) gives 75 days.

Question 5

Which of the following represents the cost the pharmacy paid for the medication?

Accepted Answer

AAC

Answer

AAC stands for Actual Acquisition Cost, which is the actual price a pharmacy pays to acquire a medication from a wholesaler or manufacturer. AWP (Average Wholesale Price) is a list price, and MAC (Maximum Allowable Cost) is a reimbursement limit, not the actual cost paid by the pharmacy.

Pharmacy Practice Test

Pharmacy Practice Test

PTCB Practice Test #6