PTCB Patient Safety & Quality Assurance

Question 1

Which error type occurs when a patient receives a drug intended for a different patient?

Accepted Answer

Wrong patient error

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Wrong dose error

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Wrong route error

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Omission error

Question 2

What does the abbreviation 'ISMP' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Institute for Safe Medication Practices

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International Society of Medical Pharmacists

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Integrated Safety Monitoring Program

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Institute for Standard Medical Protocols

Question 3

Which term describes a list of drugs known to cause serious harm if used incorrectly?

Accepted Answer

High-Alert Medications List

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Black Box Warning List

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Tall Man Lettering List

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LASA Drug List

Question 4

What strategy does 'Tall Man Lettering' help prevent?

Accepted Answer

Look-alike/sound-alike (LASA) drug mix-ups

Answer

Calculation errors

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Wrong route errors

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Allergy-related errors

Question 5

A black box warning is the FDA's strongest warning about:

Accepted Answer

Serious adverse effects or contraindications

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Drug storage requirements

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Required dosage adjustments

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Drug interactions only

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of a medication reconciliation process?

Accepted Answer

Prevent medication errors during care transitions

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Billing accuracy

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Verify drug pricing

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Ensure formulary compliance