PTCB Prescription Order Entry & Processing 2

Question 1

What is the process of comparing a new medication order against a patient's existing medication list called?

Accepted Answer

Medication reconciliation

Answer

Drug utilization review

Answer

Formulary review

Answer

Prior authorization

Question 2

What does 'NKA' mean in a patient's allergy history?

Accepted Answer

No Known Allergies

Answer

No Known Antibiotics

Answer

Not Known to Allergy team

Answer

No Known Adverse reactions

Question 3

What does 'DAW 0' indicate on a prescription claim?

Accepted Answer

No product selection indicated — generic may be dispensed

Answer

Brand only, no substitution

Answer

Substitution not allowed by law

Answer

Patient requests brand

Question 4

A prescription reads: 'Lisinopril 10 mg, i tab PO QD #30, Ref x3'. How many days' supply is authorized in total?

Accepted Answer

120 days

Answer

30 days

Answer

60 days

Answer

90 days

Question 5

What is the meaning of 'ii gtts AU TID' in a prescription?

Accepted Answer

2 drops in both ears three times daily

Answer

2 drops in both eyes three times daily

Answer

2 tablets by mouth three times daily

Answer

2 drops in the right ear three times daily

Question 6

Which type of drug interaction can significantly reduce the effectiveness of a medication?

Accepted Answer

Antagonistic interaction

Answer

Additive interaction

Answer

Potentiation

Answer

Synergistic interaction