AL MPJE Questions.Final Exam Test 2026\2027.
Temporary absence of a pharmacist?
1. Max ____ hours/day
2. Max _______ at a time
3. Temporary illness policy?
1. 3
2. 1.5 hours
3. 1 week
What is required to be displayed if pharmacist in temporarily absent?
Sign: Prescription Dept. Closed, No pharmacist on duty
Circumstance you can take back a prescription once sold?
ONLY if being destroyed
Sale of Poison:
1. Not to anyone under ____ yrs. of age
2. Not to anyone of ____________
1. 12 (can be 12))
2. unsound mind
Are pick up stations for Rx's allowed (in pharmacies)?
NO
Can you have prescription logos for prescription pads given to prescribes?
NO, not allowed
Who can take a verbal prescription/transfer?
pharmacist, intern/extern
How long should prescriptions be kept?
Can the board inspect these?
minimum of 2 years
yes; you must be able to produce them when required to do so
Dimensions for prescription room (pharmacy)?
-min. 240 sq. ft.
-counter min. 24 sq. ft. wide & min 16 sq. ft. working space for 1 pharmacist & min. 24 sq. ft. for 2 pharmacist
-isle space un-obstructed- 36 inches from Rx counter
Regarding internship training sites, does the preceptor have to be registered?
yes
What are the preceptor qualifications?
-willingness to serve
-approved by ALBOP
-Certified training
-ensure proper training
, AL MPJE Questions.Final Exam Test 2026\2027.
-report to ALBOP as required
-Licensed min. 2 years & preceptor CE
Stipulation regarding automated dispensing machines?
must first have approval from ALBOP
If a vending machine is used as an ADS, what must happen when it is stocked?
under supervision of licensed pharmacist
What is the stipulation in a hospital or related institution when there is a medicine room only (no operating
pharmacy)?
must have a consultant pharmacist or physician on staff
What medications apply to the emergency prescription refill rule?
-must be a med that is "essential to maintenance of life or continuation of therapy in a chronic condition"
NOT CII or CIII
Since you cannot "loan" meds, what must you do?
-med must be on an approved list
-must make a written order (like verbal)
-ONLY a 72 hour supply
-Must notify provider of emergency within 72 hours of dispensing.
To be on ALBOP, how many years must you be a license pharmacist?
minimum of 5 years
How many members are there of ALBOP?
How do they get into their positions?
5
-3 members appointed by governor (1 hospital, 1 chain, 1 independent pharmacist)
-2 members voted on at large
Who selects the ALBOP secretary?
the board members
How long can a board member be in the same position?
How many terms can you serve?
no more than 2 years in a 5-year term
No consecutive terms
How often is the ALBOP required to meet?
How much of a notice must they give to the public?
3 times/year
at least 30 days prior to meeting
Who conducts pharmacy hearings in AL?
Temporary absence of a pharmacist?
1. Max ____ hours/day
2. Max _______ at a time
3. Temporary illness policy?
1. 3
2. 1.5 hours
3. 1 week
What is required to be displayed if pharmacist in temporarily absent?
Sign: Prescription Dept. Closed, No pharmacist on duty
Circumstance you can take back a prescription once sold?
ONLY if being destroyed
Sale of Poison:
1. Not to anyone under ____ yrs. of age
2. Not to anyone of ____________
1. 12 (can be 12))
2. unsound mind
Are pick up stations for Rx's allowed (in pharmacies)?
NO
Can you have prescription logos for prescription pads given to prescribes?
NO, not allowed
Who can take a verbal prescription/transfer?
pharmacist, intern/extern
How long should prescriptions be kept?
Can the board inspect these?
minimum of 2 years
yes; you must be able to produce them when required to do so
Dimensions for prescription room (pharmacy)?
-min. 240 sq. ft.
-counter min. 24 sq. ft. wide & min 16 sq. ft. working space for 1 pharmacist & min. 24 sq. ft. for 2 pharmacist
-isle space un-obstructed- 36 inches from Rx counter
Regarding internship training sites, does the preceptor have to be registered?
yes
What are the preceptor qualifications?
-willingness to serve
-approved by ALBOP
-Certified training
-ensure proper training
, AL MPJE Questions.Final Exam Test 2026\2027.
-report to ALBOP as required
-Licensed min. 2 years & preceptor CE
Stipulation regarding automated dispensing machines?
must first have approval from ALBOP
If a vending machine is used as an ADS, what must happen when it is stocked?
under supervision of licensed pharmacist
What is the stipulation in a hospital or related institution when there is a medicine room only (no operating
pharmacy)?
must have a consultant pharmacist or physician on staff
What medications apply to the emergency prescription refill rule?
-must be a med that is "essential to maintenance of life or continuation of therapy in a chronic condition"
NOT CII or CIII
Since you cannot "loan" meds, what must you do?
-med must be on an approved list
-must make a written order (like verbal)
-ONLY a 72 hour supply
-Must notify provider of emergency within 72 hours of dispensing.
To be on ALBOP, how many years must you be a license pharmacist?
minimum of 5 years
How many members are there of ALBOP?
How do they get into their positions?
5
-3 members appointed by governor (1 hospital, 1 chain, 1 independent pharmacist)
-2 members voted on at large
Who selects the ALBOP secretary?
the board members
How long can a board member be in the same position?
How many terms can you serve?
no more than 2 years in a 5-year term
No consecutive terms
How often is the ALBOP required to meet?
How much of a notice must they give to the public?
3 times/year
at least 30 days prior to meeting
Who conducts pharmacy hearings in AL?
