PHARMACY OPERATIONS EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH 100% VERIFIED
ANSWERS.
The process of producing a smooth dispersion of a drug with a spatula is
called: - Correct Answer-Levigation
If a product is labeled to expire 8/24, what is the last date it should be used
by? - Correct Answer-31-Aug-24
The device that links computers via communication lines is called the: -
Correct Answer-Modem
Which of the following is NOT required on a unit-dosed packaged drug? -
Correct Answer-Storage requirements
What is the primary function of the P + T Committee: - Correct Answer-
Establish standards for therapeutics
A Policy and Procedure Manual may provide guidance in each of the following
areas: - Correct Answer-personnel orientation, training and evaluation,
correct aseptic technique (sterile technique), and position or job descriptions.
Most unit-dose systems provide each patient with a storage bin, in which can
be found a supply of drugs that will last: - Correct Answer-Twenty-four hours
When dispensing Ventolin Inhaler, how often must the Patient Package Insert
(PPI) be included with the drug product? - Correct Answer-Every time the
prescription is dispensed
When the CPhT is obtaining information on a new ambulatory patient the
technician should. - Correct Answer-List all allergies
, In what publication can the information found on a manufactures package
insert for Premarin be found? - Correct Answer-Physician's desk referance
The purpose of the P + T Committee is to: - Correct Answer-Establishing and
maintaining a drug formulary system, recommending policies regarding
investigational drugs and collecting data from drug utilization review are
functions of Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee.
What is the proper method of measuring a liquid in a graduated cylinder? -
Correct Answer-Hold at eye level and read the bottom of the meniscus
When accepting a prescription for Warfarin from a patient the technician
should: - Correct Answer-Notify the pharmacist if the patient is also buying
aspirin. There is an interaction with these medications.
Medicare part B will cover which of the following? - Correct Answer-Durable
Medical Equipment (DME)
Which of the following is a common disease treated in the home care
environment? - Correct Answer-Osteomyelitis, chronic pain and malnutrition
The do-not use list" of abbreviations is implemented by which organization? -
Correct Answer-The Joint Commission (TJC)
A patient is receiving Vancomycin q12 hours via a CADD Plus pump at home.
Which of the following information is mandatory on a label in the home care
setting? - Correct Answer-Patient name, prescription serial number and drug
name
Morphine Sulfate oral solution 20 mg/5 ml and morphine sulfate oral solution
concentrate 20 mg/1 ml should be stored at what temperature? - Correct
Answer-Room Temperature, at 15 degrees C to 30 degrees C (59 degrees F
to 86 degrees F) for both.
According to most insurance coverage, if a prescription is written for a brand
name product and "may substitute" is marked: - Correct Answer-The generic
drug must be dispensed
When labeling prescriptions packed in a Unit Dose, what information should
it not contain? - Correct Answer-Manufacturer's address
QUESTIONS WITH 100% VERIFIED
ANSWERS.
The process of producing a smooth dispersion of a drug with a spatula is
called: - Correct Answer-Levigation
If a product is labeled to expire 8/24, what is the last date it should be used
by? - Correct Answer-31-Aug-24
The device that links computers via communication lines is called the: -
Correct Answer-Modem
Which of the following is NOT required on a unit-dosed packaged drug? -
Correct Answer-Storage requirements
What is the primary function of the P + T Committee: - Correct Answer-
Establish standards for therapeutics
A Policy and Procedure Manual may provide guidance in each of the following
areas: - Correct Answer-personnel orientation, training and evaluation,
correct aseptic technique (sterile technique), and position or job descriptions.
Most unit-dose systems provide each patient with a storage bin, in which can
be found a supply of drugs that will last: - Correct Answer-Twenty-four hours
When dispensing Ventolin Inhaler, how often must the Patient Package Insert
(PPI) be included with the drug product? - Correct Answer-Every time the
prescription is dispensed
When the CPhT is obtaining information on a new ambulatory patient the
technician should. - Correct Answer-List all allergies
, In what publication can the information found on a manufactures package
insert for Premarin be found? - Correct Answer-Physician's desk referance
The purpose of the P + T Committee is to: - Correct Answer-Establishing and
maintaining a drug formulary system, recommending policies regarding
investigational drugs and collecting data from drug utilization review are
functions of Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee.
What is the proper method of measuring a liquid in a graduated cylinder? -
Correct Answer-Hold at eye level and read the bottom of the meniscus
When accepting a prescription for Warfarin from a patient the technician
should: - Correct Answer-Notify the pharmacist if the patient is also buying
aspirin. There is an interaction with these medications.
Medicare part B will cover which of the following? - Correct Answer-Durable
Medical Equipment (DME)
Which of the following is a common disease treated in the home care
environment? - Correct Answer-Osteomyelitis, chronic pain and malnutrition
The do-not use list" of abbreviations is implemented by which organization? -
Correct Answer-The Joint Commission (TJC)
A patient is receiving Vancomycin q12 hours via a CADD Plus pump at home.
Which of the following information is mandatory on a label in the home care
setting? - Correct Answer-Patient name, prescription serial number and drug
name
Morphine Sulfate oral solution 20 mg/5 ml and morphine sulfate oral solution
concentrate 20 mg/1 ml should be stored at what temperature? - Correct
Answer-Room Temperature, at 15 degrees C to 30 degrees C (59 degrees F
to 86 degrees F) for both.
According to most insurance coverage, if a prescription is written for a brand
name product and "may substitute" is marked: - Correct Answer-The generic
drug must be dispensed
When labeling prescriptions packed in a Unit Dose, what information should
it not contain? - Correct Answer-Manufacturer's address
