PSA Prescription Writing 3

Question 1

How many refills are permitted for a Schedule II controlled substance prescription in the US?

Accepted Answer

No refills are permitted

Answer

Schedule II controlled substances (e.g., oxycodone, Adderall) cannot be refilled; a new prescription must be written for each dispensing.

Question 2

A prescriber calls in an emergency oral prescription for a Schedule II controlled substance. Within how many days must the written prescription follow?

Accepted Answer

7 days

Answer

Under DEA regulations, when a Schedule II drug is dispensed on an emergency oral prescription, the prescriber must provide a written, signed prescription to the pharmacy within 7 days.

Question 3

Which DEA drug schedule includes substances with no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse?

Accepted Answer

Schedule I

Answer

Schedule I substances (e.g., heroin, LSD) are classified as having no accepted medical use and the highest potential for abuse and cannot be prescribed.

Question 4

For Schedule III and IV controlled substances, how many refills may be authorized within what time period?

Accepted Answer

5 refills within 6 months

Answer

Schedule III and IV prescriptions may be refilled up to 5 times within 6 months of the date the prescription was written, after which a new prescription is required.

Question 5

Which additional piece of information is required on a prescription for a controlled substance that is NOT needed for a non-controlled drug?

Accepted Answer

Prescriber's DEA registration number

Answer

The prescriber's DEA registration number must appear on all controlled substance prescriptions so the pharmacist can verify the prescriber is authorized to prescribe those drugs.

(PSA) Prescribing Safety Assessment Practice Test

(PSA) Prescribing Safety Assessment Practice Test

PSA Prescription Writing 3