Pharmacy Tech Exam| 226 QUESTIONS| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

the written rx is the property of correct answer: the patient scope of service means: correct answer: doctors can only write scripts within their scope of practice controlled substance ex's with refills can be: correct answer: filled up to a max of SIX times (original + 5 refills if MD gives refills), if patient wants smaller quantities each time - they are able to get full amount prescribed, rx expires 6 months from date written 1 cc syringe correct answer: 0-100 units info found on 3rd party reject: correct answer: day supply issues, eligibility issues (no longer covered), formulary info why are capsules easier to swallow? correct answer: bc of the gelatin exterior and bc of their shape what would you do if you were counting Penicillin & Sulfa drugs? Why? correct answer: use a separate tray to count pills then clean trays after. next pt may be allergic to these drugs what if a patient needs a teaspoon of medication? correct answer: suggest a dosage spoon or an oral syringe (kitchen tsp is NOT accurate) why shouldn't a dosage syringe that comes with certain OTC products be used w/ other meds? correct answer: syringe may only be calibrated for that particular med. *infant drops are often more concentrated* Medicare part D prescription records must be kept for correct answer: 10 years medicaid prescriptions that are dropped off must be correct answer: tamper proof a rx for a pet must have correct answer: 1. owners full name 2. pets full name 3. pet species in Ohio a script with PRN refills can be refilled how many times? correct answer: zero what should a qualified tech do if there's a DUR review? correct answer: ask R.Ph to look at it