PSA Prescription Writing 2

Question 1

What does the Latin abbreviation 'sig' on a prescription indicate?

Accepted Answer

Directions for the patient

Answer

The drug's generic name

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The prescriber's signature block

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The dispensing quantity

Question 2

A prescription reads 'amoxicillin 500 mg p.o. t.i.d. x 10 days.' What does 'p.o.' indicate?

Accepted Answer

By mouth

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By rectum

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By injection

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By topical application

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT legally required on a valid outpatient prescription in the US?

Accepted Answer

Prescriber's DEA number for all prescriptions

Answer

Patient's full name

Answer

Date the prescription was written

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Drug name and strength

Question 4

What does the abbreviation 'a.c.' mean on a prescription?

Accepted Answer

Before meals

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After meals

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At bedtime

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Every morning

Question 5

A prescription for metformin 1000 mg b.i.d. instructs the patient to take the drug how many times per day?

Accepted Answer

Twice

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Once

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Three times

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Four times

Question 6

Which piece of information on a prescription protects the patient against dispensing errors at the pharmacy?

Accepted Answer

Drug name, strength, dosage form, and quantity

Answer

Prescriber's NPI number

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The indication (diagnosis) for the drug

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Insurance policy number

Question 7

The abbreviation 'p.r.n.' on a prescription means the medication should be taken:

Accepted Answer

As needed

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By rectal route

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Before noon

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Per renal function