Pharmacy Technician Practice Test (PTCB)- 3 Flashcards
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Which of the following drug classes is metoprolol succinate (Toprol XL) classified as?
Answer: Beta-1 selective blocker
Metoprolol succinate is a cardioselective (beta-1 selective) beta-blocker used for hypertension, heart failure, and angina.
A physician orders 1000 mL of normal saline to infuse over 8 hours. Using a 15 gtt/mL drip set, what is the flow rate in gtt/min?
Answer: 31 gtt/min
1000 mL ÷ 8 hr = 125 mL/hr. 125 mL/hr ÷ 60 min x 15 gtt/mL = 31.25 ≈ 31 gtt/min.
Which law requires pharmacies to maintain a logbook for pseudoephedrine purchases?
Answer: Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act
The Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 requires pharmacies to keep purchaser logs for pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine due to their use in methamphetamine production.
Which of the following describes the meaning of "DAW 1" on a prescription?
Answer: Dispense as written by prescriber
DAW (Dispense as Written) code 1 means the prescriber has indicated that the brand name drug is medically necessary and generic substitution is not permitted.
Lisinopril belongs to which drug class?
Answer: ACE inhibitor
Lisinopril is an ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitor used for hypertension, heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy.
A pharmacy receives a prescription for a Schedule II controlled substance. Which of the following is TRUE?
Answer: No refills are permitted
Schedule II controlled substances (e.g., oxycodone, Adderall) cannot be refilled. A new prescription is required each time.