KANSAS MPJE FINAL EXAM 2026/2027 – 170 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS, ALREADY GRADED A+
Q1. In Kansas, which agency regulates the practice of pharmacy?
a) DEA
b) FDA
c) Kansas Board of Pharmacy
d) HHS
Answer: c) Kansas Board of Pharmacy
Explanation: Each state has its own Board; Kansas BOP oversees licensing,
practice, and discipline.
Q2. Maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule III controlled substance in
Kansas?
a) 3 refills within 3 months
b) 5 refills within 6 months
c) 6 refills within 1 year
d) Unlimited refills
Answer: b) 5 refills within 6 months
Explanation: Federal + Kansas CSA align: CIII–CV = 5 refills max in 6 months.
Q3. Which schedule is codeine-containing cough syrup (≤200 mg/100 mL) in
Kansas?
a) Schedule II
b) Schedule III
c) Schedule IV
d) Schedule V
Answer: d) Schedule V
Explanation: Cough syrups with low-dose codeine fall under Schedule V.
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Q4. In Kansas, a pharmacist must notify the prescriber within ___ days after
making a generic substitution.
a) 1 day
b) 3 days
c) 5 days
d) No notification required
Answer: d) No notification required
Explanation: Kansas allows generic substitution if permitted, no notification
required unless DAW.
Q5. The maximum amount of pseudoephedrine that can be sold OTC to one
person per day in Kansas is:
a) 3.6 g
b) 5 g
c) 7.5 g
d) 9 g
Answer: a) 3.6 g
Explanation: Federal law applies; Kansas follows Combat Meth Act.
Q6. For Schedule II prescriptions in Kansas, partial filling must be completed
within:
a) 24 hours
b) 72 hours
c) 7 days
d) 30 days
Answer: b) 72 hours
Explanation: For pharmacies, partial fills must be completed in 72 hours unless
LTCF/hospice.
Q7. Pharmacists in Kansas must renew their license how often?
a) Annually
b) Biennially
c) Every 3 years
d) Every 5 years
Answer: b) Biennially
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Explanation: Kansas licenses are renewed every 2 years with CE requirements.
Q8. Number of continuing education (CE) hours required for Kansas pharmacists
per renewal cycle:
a) 20 hours
b) 30 hours
c) 40 hours
d) 50 hours
Answer: b) 30 hours
Explanation: Kansas requires 30 CE hours every 2 years.
Q9. Which act requires patient counseling on new prescriptions?
a) CSA
b) OBRA-90
c) HIPAA
d) PDMA
Answer: b) OBRA-90
Explanation: Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 mandates counseling on
Medicaid, adopted broadly.
Q10. In Kansas, who may prescribe controlled substances?
a) Physicians, PAs, APRNs, Dentists, Veterinarians
b) Only Physicians
c) Only Physicians and Dentists
d) Any healthcare worker
Answer: a) Physicians, PAs, APRNs, Dentists, Veterinarians
Explanation: Kansas authorizes multiple provider types with DEA numbers.
Q11. Records of controlled substances in Kansas must be maintained for at least:
a) 2 years
b) 3 years
c) 5 years
d) 7 years
Answer: a) 2 years
Explanation: Federal CSA requires 2 years; Kansas aligns.
Q12. Which of the following is TRUE about emergency CII oral prescriptions in
Kansas?
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a) Prescriber must send written/electronic prescription within 7 days
b) No follow-up required
c) Can be refilled once
d) Limited to 30-day supply
Answer: a) Prescriber must send written/electronic prescription within 7 days
Explanation: DEA + Kansas require hardcopy/eRx within 7 days.
Q13. Pharmacist-to-technician ratio in Kansas (community pharmacy) is generally:
a) 1:1
b) 1:2
c) 1:4
d) 1:6
Answer: c) 1:4
Explanation: Kansas allows 1:4, but may vary by setting and training.
Q14. Which schedule is alprazolam in Kansas?
a) Schedule II
b) Schedule III
c) Schedule IV
d) Schedule V
Answer: c) Schedule IV
Explanation: Alprazolam (Xanax) is federally and state classified as CIV.
Q15. HIPAA requires pharmacies to provide patients with:
a) FDA medication guides
b) Notice of Privacy Practices
c) DEA Form 222
d) REMS documentation
Answer: b) Notice of Privacy Practices
Explanation: HIPAA requires pharmacies to share and post NPP.
Q16. DEA Form 222 is used for ordering:
a) All controlled substances
b) Schedule II substances only
c) Schedules III–V
d) Prescription blanks
Answer: b) Schedule II substances only
Explanation: Form 222 (or CSOS electronic) for CIIs.