PTCE Pharmacy Law and Regulations 2

Question 1

Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA), how many grams of pseudoephedrine may an individual purchase per day?

Accepted Answer

3.6 grams

Answer

CMEA limits pseudoephedrine purchases to 3.6 grams per day and 9 grams per 30-day period.

Question 2

Which DEA form is used to report theft or significant loss of controlled substances?

Accepted Answer

DEA Form 106

Answer

DEA Form 106 must be completed and submitted to report theft or significant loss of controlled substances.

Question 3

The Orange Book published by the FDA is used to identify:

Accepted Answer

Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations

Answer

The FDA's Orange Book (Approved Drug Products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations) lists approved drugs and their therapeutic equivalence ratings.

Question 4

A pharmacy technician discovers a forged prescription. What is the FIRST action they should take?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to fill and notify the pharmacist immediately

Answer

The technician must immediately notify the pharmacist, who is responsible for all final dispensing decisions and handling of fraudulent prescriptions.

Question 5

Under HIPAA, which of the following is considered Protected Health Information (PHI)?

Accepted Answer

A patient's name combined with their diagnosis

Answer

PHI includes any individually identifiable health information, such as a patient's name linked to a medical condition or treatment.

(PTCE) Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam Practice Test

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PTCE Pharmacy Law and Regulations 2