Pharmacy Technician Technician Practice Test (PTCB)- 2

Question 1

What is the maximum number of times a Schedule III prescription may be refilled within 6 months under federal law?

Accepted Answer

5 refills

Answer

No refills

Answer

Unlimited refills

Answer

11 refills

Question 2

Which agency assigns and regulates the DEA registration number for prescribers and pharmacies?

Accepted Answer

DEA

Answer

FDA

Answer

State Board of Pharmacy

Answer

CMS

Question 3

A prescription reads 'Take 1 tablet PO BID.' How many tablets are needed for a 10-day supply?

Accepted Answer

20 tablets

Answer

10 tablets

Answer

30 tablets

Answer

5 tablets

Question 4

What does the abbreviation 'NPO' mean on a medication order?

Accepted Answer

Nothing by mouth

Answer

Take as needed

Answer

Apply topically

Answer

Every other day

Question 5

Which reference book is the standard source for drug compatibility and stability of IV admixtures?

Accepted Answer

Trissel's Handbook on Injectable Drugs

Answer

Orange Book

Answer

Red Book

Answer

Facts and Comparisons

Question 6

The 'auxiliary label' instructing 'Take with food' is most appropriate for which medication?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen

Answer

Levothyroxine

Answer

Tetracycline

Answer

Alendronate

Question 7

What is the proper storage temperature range for a standard household refrigerator used to store medications?

Accepted Answer

2-8 degrees C

Answer

15-30 degrees C

Answer

-20 to -10 degrees C

Answer

8-15 degrees C