PTCB Practice Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What should a pharmacy technician do if a prescription has missing directions for use?
✔✔ Contact the prescriber for clarification before processing.
Which law requires child-resistant packaging for most prescription medications?
✔✔ Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA).
What is the primary role of a pharmacy technician in order entry?
✔✔ Accurately entering prescription information into the pharmacy system.
What is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule II controlled substance?
✔✔ Zero refills.
Which dosage form is designed to release medication slowly over an extended period?
✔✔ Extended-release.
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,What is the generic name for the brand drug Advil?
✔✔ Ibuprofen.
What does the abbreviation “PRN” on a prescription mean?
✔✔ As needed.
Which federal law regulates the dispensing of controlled substances in the United States?
✔✔ Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
What is the purpose of the NDC number on a prescription label?
✔✔ To identify the specific drug, manufacturer, and packaging.
What does the abbreviation “BID” mean in prescription instructions?
✔✔ Twice a day.
Which organization is responsible for approving new drugs for safety and effectiveness?
✔✔ Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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, Which abbreviation indicates a prescription should be taken orally?
✔✔ PO.
What is the purpose of a medication’s “Sig” on a prescription?
✔✔ To provide directions for patient use.
Which medication requires monitoring of INR levels when dispensed?
✔✔ Warfarin.
What does “DAW” mean when indicated on a prescription?
✔✔ Dispense as written.
Which insulin type is considered rapid-acting?
✔✔ Insulin lispro.
What is the beyond-use date for a non-sterile compounded oral suspension without specific
stability data?
✔✔ 14 days in the refrigerator.
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What should a pharmacy technician do if a prescription has missing directions for use?
✔✔ Contact the prescriber for clarification before processing.
Which law requires child-resistant packaging for most prescription medications?
✔✔ Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA).
What is the primary role of a pharmacy technician in order entry?
✔✔ Accurately entering prescription information into the pharmacy system.
What is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule II controlled substance?
✔✔ Zero refills.
Which dosage form is designed to release medication slowly over an extended period?
✔✔ Extended-release.
1
,What is the generic name for the brand drug Advil?
✔✔ Ibuprofen.
What does the abbreviation “PRN” on a prescription mean?
✔✔ As needed.
Which federal law regulates the dispensing of controlled substances in the United States?
✔✔ Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
What is the purpose of the NDC number on a prescription label?
✔✔ To identify the specific drug, manufacturer, and packaging.
What does the abbreviation “BID” mean in prescription instructions?
✔✔ Twice a day.
Which organization is responsible for approving new drugs for safety and effectiveness?
✔✔ Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
2
, Which abbreviation indicates a prescription should be taken orally?
✔✔ PO.
What is the purpose of a medication’s “Sig” on a prescription?
✔✔ To provide directions for patient use.
Which medication requires monitoring of INR levels when dispensed?
✔✔ Warfarin.
What does “DAW” mean when indicated on a prescription?
✔✔ Dispense as written.
Which insulin type is considered rapid-acting?
✔✔ Insulin lispro.
What is the beyond-use date for a non-sterile compounded oral suspension without specific
stability data?
✔✔ 14 days in the refrigerator.
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