Arizona Pharmacy Technician
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1. Which federal agency regulates the dispensing of controlled
substances in the United States?
A. FDA
B. DEA
C. CDC
D. USP
The DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) is responsible for
enforcing the Controlled Substances Act and regulating the handling
of controlled substances.
2. A pharmacy technician receives a prescription for amoxicillin 250 mg/5
mL, 10 mL orally three times daily for 7 days. How many milliliters
should be dispensed?
A. 150 mL
B. 210 mL
C. 210 mL
D. 105 mL
, The total daily dose is 10 mL × 3 = 30 mL per day. For 7 days: 30 × 7 =
210 mL.
3. Which of the following is an example of a Schedule II controlled
substance?
A. Alprazolam
B. Oxycodone
C. Diazepam
D. Lorazepam
Oxycodone is a Schedule II opioid with high potential for abuse but
accepted medical use.
4. What is the primary purpose of the auxiliary label “Take with food”?
A. To improve taste
B. To enhance absorption
C. To reduce gastrointestinal irritation
D. To prevent interactions with water
Many medications can irritate the stomach lining, so taking them
with food reduces nausea and discomfort.
5. A pharmacy technician is compounding a topical cream. Which of the
following equipment is essential for accurately measuring small
volumes of liquid?
A. Mortar and pestle
B. Graduated cylinder or pipette
C. Tablet press
D. Counting tray
Graduated cylinders or pipettes are used for precise measurement of
liquid ingredients in compounding.
6. Which organization sets standards for the quality, strength, and purity
of medications in the U.S.?
A. DEA
, B. CDC
C. USP
D. FDA
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) develops standards for drug
identity, strength, quality, and purity.
7. A patient is allergic to penicillin. Which of the following medications
should be avoided?
A. Azithromycin
B. Amoxicillin
C. Ciprofloxacin
D. Doxycycline
Amoxicillin is a penicillin-class antibiotic and should not be given to
patients with a penicillin allergy.
8. How should controlled substance prescriptions be stored in a
pharmacy?
A. With all other medications
B. In a locked, secure cabinet separate from non-controlled drugs
C. In a refrigerator
D. On a high shelf
DEA regulations require controlled substances to be stored securely
and separately to prevent diversion and unauthorized access.
9. Which term describes the amount of drug in a product that reaches
systemic circulation after administration?
A. Half-life
B. Bioavailability
C. Potency
D. Efficacy
Bioavailability is the proportion of the administered dose that
reaches systemic circulation intact.
Certification Exam Practice Questions
And Correct Answers (Verified Answers)
Plus Rationale 2026 Q&A| Instant
Download Pdf
1. Which federal agency regulates the dispensing of controlled
substances in the United States?
A. FDA
B. DEA
C. CDC
D. USP
The DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) is responsible for
enforcing the Controlled Substances Act and regulating the handling
of controlled substances.
2. A pharmacy technician receives a prescription for amoxicillin 250 mg/5
mL, 10 mL orally three times daily for 7 days. How many milliliters
should be dispensed?
A. 150 mL
B. 210 mL
C. 210 mL
D. 105 mL
, The total daily dose is 10 mL × 3 = 30 mL per day. For 7 days: 30 × 7 =
210 mL.
3. Which of the following is an example of a Schedule II controlled
substance?
A. Alprazolam
B. Oxycodone
C. Diazepam
D. Lorazepam
Oxycodone is a Schedule II opioid with high potential for abuse but
accepted medical use.
4. What is the primary purpose of the auxiliary label “Take with food”?
A. To improve taste
B. To enhance absorption
C. To reduce gastrointestinal irritation
D. To prevent interactions with water
Many medications can irritate the stomach lining, so taking them
with food reduces nausea and discomfort.
5. A pharmacy technician is compounding a topical cream. Which of the
following equipment is essential for accurately measuring small
volumes of liquid?
A. Mortar and pestle
B. Graduated cylinder or pipette
C. Tablet press
D. Counting tray
Graduated cylinders or pipettes are used for precise measurement of
liquid ingredients in compounding.
6. Which organization sets standards for the quality, strength, and purity
of medications in the U.S.?
A. DEA
, B. CDC
C. USP
D. FDA
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) develops standards for drug
identity, strength, quality, and purity.
7. A patient is allergic to penicillin. Which of the following medications
should be avoided?
A. Azithromycin
B. Amoxicillin
C. Ciprofloxacin
D. Doxycycline
Amoxicillin is a penicillin-class antibiotic and should not be given to
patients with a penicillin allergy.
8. How should controlled substance prescriptions be stored in a
pharmacy?
A. With all other medications
B. In a locked, secure cabinet separate from non-controlled drugs
C. In a refrigerator
D. On a high shelf
DEA regulations require controlled substances to be stored securely
and separately to prevent diversion and unauthorized access.
9. Which term describes the amount of drug in a product that reaches
systemic circulation after administration?
A. Half-life
B. Bioavailability
C. Potency
D. Efficacy
Bioavailability is the proportion of the administered dose that
reaches systemic circulation intact.
