CPJE TEST FINAL TEST 2026
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ Dependent authority to prescribe.
Answer: Certified nurse-midwife, nurse practitioner, physician assistant
◍ Acetazolamide.
Answer: DiamoxMOA- Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitorsun protection and
hydration are recommended- for Altitude sickness and motion sickness -->
125 mg BID- CI: sulfa allergy
◍ Independent and Dependent authority.
Answer: Pharmacists (can do these tasks independently): EC, self
administered hormonal contraception, travel medicine recommended by the
CDC NOT requiring a diagnosis, routine immunizations recommended by
the CDC for 3+ years old, naloxone, prescription NRT
◍ Independent and Dependent Authority.
Answer: Naturopathic Doctors (can do these tasks independently):
Epinephrine to treat anaphylaxis, Hormones, Vitamins, minerals, AA,
glutathione, botanicals, and their extracts, homeopathic medicines,
electrolytes, sugars, and diluents, only when such substances are available
withOUT a prescription, NDF prefix is a part of their license number.
◍ Sevelamer.
Answer: - Renvela (carbonate) or Renagel (HCl)- CI: Bowel obstruction-
Indication: hyperphosphatemia in CKD- non-Ca, Non-Al based phosphate
binder- lower TC and LDL by 15%-30%- Sevelamer carbonate maintains
Bicarbonate concentrations- SE: NVD (>20%)- 800- 1,600 mg TID w/
meals
,◍ Calcitrol (Rocaltrol)- Cap, Sol'n, InjectionCalcifediol (Rayaldee ER).
Answer: - Vitamin D analogs- increase intestinal absorption of Ca and
provide a negative feedback to parathyroid gland- CI: hypercalcemia,
vitamin D toxicity- Indication: Dialysis, Vitamin D deficiency and
secondary hyperparathyroidism in CKD- Dose for Calcitriol------ CKD:
0.25-0.5 mcg PO daily------Dialysis: 0.5-1 mcg PO daily of 0.5-4 mcg IV
3X weekly
◍ Vitamin D.
Answer: Vitamin D3--> Rocaltrol calcitriol Vitamin D2--> Drisdol
ergocalciferol
◍ Requirements to be a pharmacists.
Answer: Greater than or equal to 18 YO, graduated from an ACPE
accredited school of pharmacy or be a graduate of a foreign school of
pharmacy and be certified by the NABP's foreign pharmacy graduate
examination committee, completed 150 hours of college credit (90h from a
pharmacy school), or have received at least a baccalaureate degree in a
course of study devoted to pharmacy. Completed 1500 hours of pharmacy
practice experience (900h must be completed in a pharmacy (intern
pharmacists graduating from an ACPE accredited school of pharmacy after
1/1/16 are deemed to have met the hour requirement), pass a criminal
background check,
◍ Cinacalcet.
Answer: SensiparDialysis: 30-180 mg PO QD w/ foodCI:
HypocalcemiaMOA: calcimimetic --> lowers PTH, Ca, PO4SE:
hypocalcemia
◍ Penicillin.
Answer: Pen VK- take on empty stomach- tablet, suspension
◍ Optometrist Prescribing.
Answer: Independent authority, limited to scope of practice. Certified with
the Board of Optometry to prescribe drugs, these prescribers will have "T"
, at the END of thier license number. For codeine containing or hydrocodone
containing products--there is a max 3 day supply.
◍ Drug classes that generally require a MedGuide.
Answer: Antidepressants, antipsychotics, anticonvulsants, LONG ACTING
BETA AGONISTS, most antiarrhythmics, and NSAIDS
◍ Penicillin G Benzathine.
Answer: Bicillin L-ABBW: not for IV use --> can cause cardiorespiratory
arrest and deathIndication: Syphillis
◍ Patient Package Inserts.
Answer: Patient package inserts (PPIs) are dispensed with
estrogen-containing products
◍ Moral Convictions.
Answer: A pharmacy can refuse to hire someone that chooses not to
dispense medications based on moral convictions
◍ Reconstitution Systems.
Answer: ADD-Vantage system, Mini-bag plus system, addEASE
◍ Not considered compounding in CA.
Answer: Reconstituting a drug, according to the manufacturer's directions,
splitting tablets, adding a flavoring agent to an existing drug project in order
to enhance palatability.
◍ Traditional compounding drugs.
Answer: Do not need to comply with the FDA's current good manufacturing
practices (CGMPs), they do not need to provide labeling with adequare
directions for use, and they do not need to omplete a New Drug Application
in order to have the end product FDA approved.
◍ Amoxicillin.
Answer: Amoxil, Moxatag- Tablet, Capsule, Chewable, suspension
◍ If vomiting within 2 hours of taking Plan B One Step.
Answer: Consider repeating the dose
, ◍ Nuvaring.
Answer: If the ring is removed, or falls out, it should be inserted back within
3 hours in order to retain effectiveness. Can be stored at room temperature
for 4 months
◍ Xulane.
Answer: The transdermal patch (Xulane) may less effective in women > 90
kg
◍ Aceon.
Answer: Aceon is brand name for perindopril.
◍ Amoxicillin + Clavulanate.
Answer: Augmentin- CI: hx of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction
assosicated w/ previous use, Severe renal Impairment CrCl <30 mL/min-
Tablet, chewable, suspension
◍ Cephalexin.
Answer: Keflex (PO)1st generation: Skin infections MSSA, strep throat
◍ Demadex.
Answer: Torsemide
◍ Cefuroxime.
Answer: Ceftin, Zinacef ----2nd generationCommon uses: otitis media,
CAP, Sinus Infection *** in sulfa allergy in children--> Ceftin is acceptable
alternative for otitis media
◍ Cefotetan (Cefotan) and cefoxitin.
Answer: anaerobe coverage (B. fragilis)****Cefotetan can cause disulfiram
like reaction w/ alcohol ingestion----- 1-2 g IV/IM Q12Hrecommended
antibiotics for prophylaxis before colorectal surgeries
◍ Ceftriaxone.
Answer: Rocephin3rd generationno renal adjustmentonce daily dosing- do
not use in neonates (0-28 days)- Common uses: CAP, meningitis, SBP,
Pyelonephritis*** Cefotaxime is another 3rd generation cephalosporin
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ Dependent authority to prescribe.
Answer: Certified nurse-midwife, nurse practitioner, physician assistant
◍ Acetazolamide.
Answer: DiamoxMOA- Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitorsun protection and
hydration are recommended- for Altitude sickness and motion sickness -->
125 mg BID- CI: sulfa allergy
◍ Independent and Dependent authority.
Answer: Pharmacists (can do these tasks independently): EC, self
administered hormonal contraception, travel medicine recommended by the
CDC NOT requiring a diagnosis, routine immunizations recommended by
the CDC for 3+ years old, naloxone, prescription NRT
◍ Independent and Dependent Authority.
Answer: Naturopathic Doctors (can do these tasks independently):
Epinephrine to treat anaphylaxis, Hormones, Vitamins, minerals, AA,
glutathione, botanicals, and their extracts, homeopathic medicines,
electrolytes, sugars, and diluents, only when such substances are available
withOUT a prescription, NDF prefix is a part of their license number.
◍ Sevelamer.
Answer: - Renvela (carbonate) or Renagel (HCl)- CI: Bowel obstruction-
Indication: hyperphosphatemia in CKD- non-Ca, Non-Al based phosphate
binder- lower TC and LDL by 15%-30%- Sevelamer carbonate maintains
Bicarbonate concentrations- SE: NVD (>20%)- 800- 1,600 mg TID w/
meals
,◍ Calcitrol (Rocaltrol)- Cap, Sol'n, InjectionCalcifediol (Rayaldee ER).
Answer: - Vitamin D analogs- increase intestinal absorption of Ca and
provide a negative feedback to parathyroid gland- CI: hypercalcemia,
vitamin D toxicity- Indication: Dialysis, Vitamin D deficiency and
secondary hyperparathyroidism in CKD- Dose for Calcitriol------ CKD:
0.25-0.5 mcg PO daily------Dialysis: 0.5-1 mcg PO daily of 0.5-4 mcg IV
3X weekly
◍ Vitamin D.
Answer: Vitamin D3--> Rocaltrol calcitriol Vitamin D2--> Drisdol
ergocalciferol
◍ Requirements to be a pharmacists.
Answer: Greater than or equal to 18 YO, graduated from an ACPE
accredited school of pharmacy or be a graduate of a foreign school of
pharmacy and be certified by the NABP's foreign pharmacy graduate
examination committee, completed 150 hours of college credit (90h from a
pharmacy school), or have received at least a baccalaureate degree in a
course of study devoted to pharmacy. Completed 1500 hours of pharmacy
practice experience (900h must be completed in a pharmacy (intern
pharmacists graduating from an ACPE accredited school of pharmacy after
1/1/16 are deemed to have met the hour requirement), pass a criminal
background check,
◍ Cinacalcet.
Answer: SensiparDialysis: 30-180 mg PO QD w/ foodCI:
HypocalcemiaMOA: calcimimetic --> lowers PTH, Ca, PO4SE:
hypocalcemia
◍ Penicillin.
Answer: Pen VK- take on empty stomach- tablet, suspension
◍ Optometrist Prescribing.
Answer: Independent authority, limited to scope of practice. Certified with
the Board of Optometry to prescribe drugs, these prescribers will have "T"
, at the END of thier license number. For codeine containing or hydrocodone
containing products--there is a max 3 day supply.
◍ Drug classes that generally require a MedGuide.
Answer: Antidepressants, antipsychotics, anticonvulsants, LONG ACTING
BETA AGONISTS, most antiarrhythmics, and NSAIDS
◍ Penicillin G Benzathine.
Answer: Bicillin L-ABBW: not for IV use --> can cause cardiorespiratory
arrest and deathIndication: Syphillis
◍ Patient Package Inserts.
Answer: Patient package inserts (PPIs) are dispensed with
estrogen-containing products
◍ Moral Convictions.
Answer: A pharmacy can refuse to hire someone that chooses not to
dispense medications based on moral convictions
◍ Reconstitution Systems.
Answer: ADD-Vantage system, Mini-bag plus system, addEASE
◍ Not considered compounding in CA.
Answer: Reconstituting a drug, according to the manufacturer's directions,
splitting tablets, adding a flavoring agent to an existing drug project in order
to enhance palatability.
◍ Traditional compounding drugs.
Answer: Do not need to comply with the FDA's current good manufacturing
practices (CGMPs), they do not need to provide labeling with adequare
directions for use, and they do not need to omplete a New Drug Application
in order to have the end product FDA approved.
◍ Amoxicillin.
Answer: Amoxil, Moxatag- Tablet, Capsule, Chewable, suspension
◍ If vomiting within 2 hours of taking Plan B One Step.
Answer: Consider repeating the dose
, ◍ Nuvaring.
Answer: If the ring is removed, or falls out, it should be inserted back within
3 hours in order to retain effectiveness. Can be stored at room temperature
for 4 months
◍ Xulane.
Answer: The transdermal patch (Xulane) may less effective in women > 90
kg
◍ Aceon.
Answer: Aceon is brand name for perindopril.
◍ Amoxicillin + Clavulanate.
Answer: Augmentin- CI: hx of cholestatic jaundice or hepatic dysfunction
assosicated w/ previous use, Severe renal Impairment CrCl <30 mL/min-
Tablet, chewable, suspension
◍ Cephalexin.
Answer: Keflex (PO)1st generation: Skin infections MSSA, strep throat
◍ Demadex.
Answer: Torsemide
◍ Cefuroxime.
Answer: Ceftin, Zinacef ----2nd generationCommon uses: otitis media,
CAP, Sinus Infection *** in sulfa allergy in children--> Ceftin is acceptable
alternative for otitis media
◍ Cefotetan (Cefotan) and cefoxitin.
Answer: anaerobe coverage (B. fragilis)****Cefotetan can cause disulfiram
like reaction w/ alcohol ingestion----- 1-2 g IV/IM Q12Hrecommended
antibiotics for prophylaxis before colorectal surgeries
◍ Ceftriaxone.
Answer: Rocephin3rd generationno renal adjustmentonce daily dosing- do
not use in neonates (0-28 days)- Common uses: CAP, meningitis, SBP,
Pyelonephritis*** Cefotaxime is another 3rd generation cephalosporin
