Walgreen's Practice PTCB test
Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the primary role of a refill authorization system?
✔✔To track and manage prescription refills safely.
Which abbreviation indicates a medication should be taken every four hours?
✔✔Q4H.
How should chemotherapy medications be handled in the pharmacy?
✔✔Using gloves, gowns, and a certified biological safety cabinet per USP <800>.
What is a common counseling point for patients taking statins?
✔✔Report muscle pain or weakness to the healthcare provider.
Which type of insulin acts the fastest?
✔✔Rapid-acting insulin (e.g., lispro, aspart).
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,How should refrigerated vaccines be stored?
✔✔Between 36°F and 46°F (2°C–8°C) and monitored continuously.
Which medication requires patient registration and monthly pregnancy testing?
✔✔Isotretinoin under the iPLEDGE program.
What is the proper way to verify a patient’s identity before dispensing a prescription?
✔✔Check name, date of birth, and address.
Which route of administration delivers medication directly into a vein?
✔✔Intravenous (IV).
What is the purpose of auxiliary labels on medication containers?
✔✔To provide additional instructions or warnings to the patient.
Which drug class is commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes?
✔✔Oral hypoglycemic agents (e.g., metformin).
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, What is the primary role of a pharmacy technician?
✔✔Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications safely.
What does PTCB stand for?
✔✔Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.
Which information must be verified before dispensing a prescription?
✔✔Patient information, prescription details, and medication dosage.
How should controlled substances be stored in a pharmacy?
✔✔In a securely locked cabinet or safe.
What is the meaning of “PRN” on a prescription?
✔✔Medication is to be taken as needed.
Which organization regulates pharmacy practice in the United States?
✔✔The Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the primary role of a refill authorization system?
✔✔To track and manage prescription refills safely.
Which abbreviation indicates a medication should be taken every four hours?
✔✔Q4H.
How should chemotherapy medications be handled in the pharmacy?
✔✔Using gloves, gowns, and a certified biological safety cabinet per USP <800>.
What is a common counseling point for patients taking statins?
✔✔Report muscle pain or weakness to the healthcare provider.
Which type of insulin acts the fastest?
✔✔Rapid-acting insulin (e.g., lispro, aspart).
1
,How should refrigerated vaccines be stored?
✔✔Between 36°F and 46°F (2°C–8°C) and monitored continuously.
Which medication requires patient registration and monthly pregnancy testing?
✔✔Isotretinoin under the iPLEDGE program.
What is the proper way to verify a patient’s identity before dispensing a prescription?
✔✔Check name, date of birth, and address.
Which route of administration delivers medication directly into a vein?
✔✔Intravenous (IV).
What is the purpose of auxiliary labels on medication containers?
✔✔To provide additional instructions or warnings to the patient.
Which drug class is commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes?
✔✔Oral hypoglycemic agents (e.g., metformin).
2
, What is the primary role of a pharmacy technician?
✔✔Assist pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications safely.
What does PTCB stand for?
✔✔Pharmacy Technician Certification Board.
Which information must be verified before dispensing a prescription?
✔✔Patient information, prescription details, and medication dosage.
How should controlled substances be stored in a pharmacy?
✔✔In a securely locked cabinet or safe.
What is the meaning of “PRN” on a prescription?
✔✔Medication is to be taken as needed.
Which organization regulates pharmacy practice in the United States?
✔✔The Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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