PTCB Practice Exam Multiple Choice Flashcards QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

Which of the following medications is exempt from the Poison Prevention Packaging Act requirement for child-resistant containers? A. Nitroglycerin sustained release capsules B. Potassium chloride C. Isosorbide D. Cholestyramine powder correct answer: D. Cholestyramine powder Which of the following vital information should be readily retrievable from an inpatient medication profile? A. Home address and phone number B. Previous admissions C. Relevant laboratory values D. Insurance information correct answer: C. Relevant laboratory values Antineoplastic medications should be prepared in which type of hood? A. Positive pressure B. Horizontal C. Laminar D. Biological correct answer: D. Biological According to ASHP guidelines, a quality improvement program for home care should monitor the patient's: A. Satisfaction and outcome. B. Physical examinations and laboratory values. C. Finial history D. Personal history. correct answer: A. Satisfaction and outcome. Which is the smallest volume, in milliliters, that can be accurately measured using a 1.0 mL tuberculin syringe? A. 0.05 B. 0.1 C. 0.2 D. 0.5 correct answer: A. 0.05 The correct strength of sodium chloride in normal saline IV bags is: A. 0.45% B. 0.9% C. 9.0% D. 23.4% correct answer: B. 0.9% When it is necessary to recap a needle, which of the following is correct? A. Needles should never be recapped under any circumstances. B. Two hands should be used for recapping needles to ensure stability. C. The "one-hand scoop" method of recapping is safer than using two hands. D. All used needles should be recapped befo