REVIEW UPDATED ACTUAL Questions
and CORRECT Answers
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding mail-order pharmacies? - CORRECT
ANSWER - They are more likely to dispense a 90-day supply of medication than an
independent pharmacy.
A pharmacy technician might help with MTM by - CORRECT ANSWER - entering accurate
patient history.
Which of the following statements about pharmacy technicians is true? - CORRECT
ANSWER - They act as cashiers, inventory managers, and check patient demographics for
accuracy.
The _____ takes final responsibility and liability for a pharmacy technician's actions. -
CORRECT ANSWER - supervising pharmacist
A prescription is received for " doxycycline 100 mg 1 po BID." How often should the medication
be taken? - CORRECT ANSWER - twice a day
What is the purpose of the DEA number on a prescription? - CORRECT ANSWER - to
authorize the prescriber to prescribe controlled substances
Select the correct statement about pharmacy technicians and new prescriptions in most states. -
CORRECT ANSWER - The technician may take written prescriptions from walk-in
customers.
What does the prescription's sig refer to? - CORRECT ANSWER - directions for the patient to
follow
,Select the correct statement regarding e-prescriptions. - CORRECT ANSWER - E-
prescriptions can mean decreased wait time for patients.
The e-prescriber's signature for all e-prescriptions _____________________ - CORRECT
ANSWER - must be through a secure network approved by the state Board of Pharmacy
Select the true statement about transferring a prescription. - CORRECT ANSWER - Once a
transfer out occurs, it is closed at the originating pharmacy.
Select the statement regarding Schedule III and IV prescription refills that is correct. -
CORRECT ANSWER - Prescriptions may be refilled up to five times within six months.
What is the purpose of the MedGuide? - CORRECT ANSWER - to warn patients of potential
adverse side-effects of high-risk medications
The pharmacist is going to administer the shingles vaccine to a patient. How can a technician
help? - CORRECT ANSWER - notify primary care physician
What information would you NOT find in the medication information sheet for the patient? -
CORRECT ANSWER - pharmacokinetics
The transfer warning must be on all prescriptions for _______________________ - CORRECT
ANSWER - controlled substances.
A prescription for ofloxacin otic drops has the directions, "5 gtt as bid". What directions should
be typed on the label? - CORRECT ANSWER - Place 5 drops in the left ear two times a day.
After the pharmacy technician completes the fill, the pharmacist initials the prescription. What
does this mean? - CORRECT ANSWER - The pharmacist assumes legal responsibility for the
correctness of the prescription and fill.
, What is the purpose of auxiliary labels? - CORRECT ANSWER - to supplement the
information on the drug label
How many separate NDC checks for accuracy should the pharmacy technician take when filling
a prescription? - CORRECT ANSWER - 3
Which of the following attributes is most important in filling a prescription? - CORRECT
ANSWER - accuracy
What would be the role of the automation specialist? - CORRECT ANSWER - to train others
on use of technology
What can a pharmacy technician NOT do when working with the immunization pharmacist? -
CORRECT ANSWER - administer the immunization with the pharmacist overseeing
Pharmaceutical care _____. - CORRECT ANSWER - allows the pharmacist to include
appropriate medication use to achieve positive outcomes with prescribed drug therapy
Which of the following is an example of a chain pharmacy: - CORRECT ANSWER -
Walgreen's Pharmacy
Which of the following is an example of a grocery store store pharmacy: - CORRECT
ANSWER - HEB Pharmacy
Which of the following is an example of an independent pharmacy: - CORRECT ANSWER -
People's Pharmacy
Select the true statement regarding an active ingredient. - CORRECT ANSWER - It exerts the
desired therapeutic effect.