Walgreens Pharmacy Technician PTCB Practice Exam

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• If an ampule is pre-scored, what distinguishing feature will it typically have?
• What is the correct method for billing a prescription that requires compounding?
• A pharmacy located in a hospital that services patients within the hospital and ancillary areas only is called a:
• What does it mean for pharmacy technicians to be detail-oriented?
• Most drugs penetrate biological membranes primarily through which process?
• What is the fastest growing area of home health care?
• During the medication fill process, what should be referred to first?
• Patient assistance programs are typically offered by:
• Which curriculum provides a national standard for developing pharmacy technician competency?
• Pharmacy Times is an example of an:
• What is a common reason a patient might receive a medication for free or at a reduced cost?
• In which medium should prescriptions be written?
• What must be inspected before using glass vials for medication preparation?
• Services provided by pharmacists that are billed to third parties for conditions like diabetes and asthma are known as what?
• Which of the following is a duty of a pharmacy technician?
• The placebo effect is best described as which type of variable?
• Which term means "under the tongue"?
• The term "pharmacogenetics" refers to the study of:
• Medications that are chemically different but function similarly are referred to as what?
• What does the claim rejection "NDC Not Covered" generally mean?
• _____________________ literature contains general reference works based upon primary literature sources.
• Which term describes the point where the drug starts to exert its therapeutic effect?
• What term describes community pharmacies that are part of chain food store operations?
• What is the primary route of administration for vaccines?
• Aliquots can be used when a prescription calls for less than what amount of an ingredient?
• What does the abbreviation "QD" stand for in a prescription?
• What type of filter is used to filter solutions as the solution is expelled from the syringe?
• How many processes simultaneously occur to result in blood concentrations of drugs?
• Which member of the home care team is responsible for educating the patient?
• If a hospital has a closed formulary, the physician should:
• Drugs are rapidly distributed to organs having what type of blood flow rates?
• What type of agents are electrolytes used in the preparation of suspensions?
• Disease state management services assist in managing chronic diseases such as:
• Which type of numbers ensures that we have the correct drug in the right form and strength?
• Which term describes an assessment of an individual's personal characteristics and skills?
• What term refers to the administration of medication directly into the bloodstream?
• What is the process called when drugs move from higher concentration to lower concentration?
• In community pharmacies, who generally receives the prescription and collects patient data?
• Which act regulates the sale of prescription medications to prevent drug abuse?
• How should a technician handle a patient's confession of using codeine to relax?
• What does an "Invalid birth date" rejection for a pharmacy claim likely indicate?
• Who is allowed to write some prescriptions in some states, as determined by protocols?
• Which agency controls the distribution of drugs that may be easily abused within the Justice Department?
• Why is tracking the expiration date of medications important in pharmacy practice?
• Which of the following is not considered a dosage form?
• What is a legend drug?
• How quickly does anaphylactic shock usually occur following exposure to an allergen?
• What is the regulatory body that oversees controlled substances?
• Why is good hygiene important for pharmacy technicians?
• An element without water molecules is considered?
• What type of equivalent means two drugs have the same active ingredients and strength?
• When you need to use 2.4 ml of dilutant to reconstitute a vial of medication, what size syringe should be used?
• Which is an example of a unit dose package?
• What is one responsibility of pharmacy technicians in relation to medication storage?
• Medications that have been supplied in bulk are generally pre-packaged in unit doses by?
• What does the term 'buccal' refer to in medication administration?
• Which type of reaction is characterized by a severe and immediate allergic response to a drug?
• What is a required ingredient in a suspension?
• What type of literature primarily presents original research studies and findings?
• Why should dietary supplements be considered when using prescribed medication?
• Which regulatory body is primarily responsible for overseeing pharmacy practice in the United States?
• A registered nurse that has additional training and can provide some basic primary care is a(n):
• Any complaints received regarding an employee's employment may be kept in the employee's?
• What type of computer system checks transactions of third parties in a pharmacy?
• What is the process called when different molecules associate or attach to each other?
• What is the outermost cell layer of the epidermis called?
• For the prescription: Prozac 20 mg #30 qd NR, how many refills are allowed?
• When a solution is free from soluble products produced by microorganisms, it is said to be what?
• According to the 1970 Controlled Substance Act, which group of drugs is strictly controlled due to their potential for abuse?
• Which of the following describes an area of employment opportunities for pharmacists?
• What is the consequence of a wholesaler supplying medications to the healthcare market?
• What is defined as failing to do something that should or must be done?
• Which term refers to the process by which the body eliminates drugs?
• What are skills that involve relationships between people called?
• What federal law sets daily and monthly limits on OTC sales of pseudoephedrine and ephedrine?
• Which type of therapy may involve administering medications through a needle or catheter?
• What characteristic does not typically help in pill identification?
• What does DAW stand for in the context of prescriptions?
• Which record documents how a compounded formula was prepared?
• Verbal orders must be signed by the nurse or pharmacist who took the verbal order and cosigned by the ______________________ who approved them.
• A __________ can be used to search the web for information specified by the user.
• What does a claim rejection "Unable to Connect" likely indicate?
• What term describes plans in which the patient pays different amounts based on whether a generic or brand-name medication is dispensed?
• Of the following schedule of drugs, which one deals with drugs that have no accepted medical use in the United States?
• For the medication Amox: 250mg/5ml with SIG: tsp tid x 10d, how often should it be taken?
• Which size of measurement would be appropriate for a teaspoon in prescription directions?
• In a healthcare facility, which position collaborates with healthcare teams to manage patient medication regimens?
• Which characteristic is true of unionized drugs?
• What term describes the location where a drug exerts its effects?
• When a medication is not commercially available, what is the process of preparing it by mixing ingredients called?
• Which organization typically regulates the standards for home health care providers?
• What is the formula for calculating equivalent weight?
• Which publication is specifically for pharmacy technicians and contains continuing education credits?
• What is the process of adding water or another diluent to a commercially made drug bottle or vial to create a solution or suspension from a premade powder?
• What is a complication that can occur from intravenous administration, commonly known as a blood clot?
• The delivery time for mail order medication is at least?
• What is defined as a set amount that must be paid by the patient before insurance covers additional expenses?
• When a customer picks up a prescription, what is the first step a technician should take?
• In a typical dose-response curve, what trend is observed as the dose increases?
• What kind of drug formulation is designed to provide a continuous release of the drug over time?
• A patient taking Coumadin decides to take Aspirin for migraines. What is the potential effect of this drug interaction?
• During clinical trials, what is a proposed new drug referred to as?
• Which characteristic is crucial to identify when examining the physical appearance of a pill?
• Where can you find the directory of accredited technician training programs?
• What term describes the relative amount of an administered dose that reaches the general circulation?
• Which type of drug interaction occurs when two drugs enhance each other's effects?
• Which group of drugs includes substances that are not subject to the same level of control as controlled substances?
• What factors can influence drug metabolism in the body?
• What is one major advantage of home infusion therapy over hospital-based therapy?
• Which term refers to the harmful effects on the kidneys?
• The normal commercial eyedropper dispenses ______ of solution.
• In a laminar flow hood, the air flows in which direction?
• What type of filters can be placed inside needles to ensure purity?
• What does the term 'signa' refer to in a prescription?
• Which class of drugs requires the highest level of control within the pharmacy?
• What system uses compressed air to shuttle objects through a tube?
• Why are vertical laminar flow hoods preferred in certain environments?
• Biological safety hoods have which type of air flow?
• Who in the pharmacy is tasked with ensuring that the environment remains functional and orderly?
• Which of the following conditions typically requires ongoing treatment for a long duration?
• When reconciling an order, if a technician detects a discrepancy, when should the supplier be notified?
• Which network requires the patient's primary care physician to be a member, with partial reimbursement for costs outside the network?
• What is the primary role of a pharmacy technician during the dispensing process?
• After a patent has expired for a medication, it can be released under what type of name?
• What is considered the recipe for compounding?
• Which of the following is NOT an enteral route of administration?
• Which option refers to the payment structure that differs for generic versus brand medications?
• Which network requires that the primary care physician is in the network, affecting reimbursement levels?
• Where are disease state management services typically offered?
• What organization consists of doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, responsible for reviewing medications for formulary and guidelines?
• What is the state called when a drug concentration in the blood remains consistent over time?
• Which professional is primarily responsible for consulting on all OTC and Schedule II prescriptions?
• Which type of injections are administered into the muscle tissue using 1 to 1/2 inch needles?
• What is the main concern with using a dietary supplement alongside prescribed medication?
• What is the primary focus of a pharmacy technician's role?
• When assessing the physical appearance of a pill, which characteristic should be considered?
• In the event of a theft or significant loss of any controlled substance, which party must be notified by law?
• Which process is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of records in pharmacy operations?
• Which type of glassware is TC to contain?
• What is a critical factor in evaluating the effectiveness of home health care services?
• Which agency requires drug manufacturers to perform bioequivalency studies prior to marketing?
• What does OSHA require pharmacies to have for each hazardous chemical on hand?
• What type of enema injects an oil held in the rectum to soften the stool?
• A court order preventing a specific action, such as the distribution of a potentially dangerous drug, is called a?
• All prescribers of controlled substances must be authorized by the?
• What effect does high blood flow have on drug distribution within the body?
• All dispensed prescriptions must have a ______ cap unless otherwise specified by the patient.
• Which organization is primarily responsible for ensuring that all pharmacists are appropriately licensed to practice?
• What is the term for instructions from medical practitioners authorizing drug issuance to a patient?
• What is the term for an increase in enzyme activity that results in greater metabolism of drugs?
• What defined which drugs require a prescription?
• Which term is used for a drug that enhances the effects of another drug?
• Which DAW indicator is appropriate for online adjudication when a physician handwrites DAW on the prescription?
• What is the main purpose of auxiliary labels on medications?
• What is the appropriate needle size range for subcutaneous injections?
• What are the four enteral routes of administration?
• What is typically required for controlled substance prescriptions?
• Which type of mortar and pestle is recommended for mixing liquids and semi-solids?
• Which amendment required drug manufacturers to provide proof of safety and efficacy?
• What do antagonists do in regards to cell response?
• Community pharmacies located within stores like Walmart that are part of mass merchandise chains are classified as:
• Which publication provides nationally recognized AWPs and NDCs for FDA approved drugs?
• What type of literature contains condensed works based on primary literature?
• What is the main risk associated with using multiple drugs that have anticoagulant properties?
• Which member of the home care team may be involved with compounding, labeling, delivery, and other non-counseling activities?
• Which type of contraceptive device is placed in the uterus for a prolonged period of time?
• What is the term for the portion of the price of medication that the patient is required to pay?
• Which endogenous compound is used to monitor renal function?
• What term describes the death of cells?
• What is an important factor when reconciling medications for a patient?
• Who are credited with identifying the structure of DNA?
• Which classification of drugs is used primarily to treat hypertension?
• What do we call a listing of goods or items that a business will utilize in its normal operations?
• A continuing condition that requires ongoing treatment for a prolonged period is called a:
• The fine grinding of a powder is called?
• When two drugs with similar pharmacological actions produce greater effects than the sum of their individual effects, this interaction is called what?
• HIPAA has established boundaries for use and disclosure of __________ (PHI).
• How many hours of continuing education are required for CPhTs every ________ years to renew certification?
• Who publishes the model curriculum for pharmacy technician training?
• A sudden condition requiring immediate treatment is known as what type of condition?
• When a new prescription is prepared by a pharmacy technician, who performs the final check?
• The central area of the hospital responsible for distributing supplies to all areas of the facility is called:
• Which form is used by suppliers or wholesalers to manage returns for overshipments, damaged products, or expired products?
• What is the purpose of a laminar flow hood?
• What is the role of pharmacy technicians when it comes to patient interactions?
• What is the proper method for disposing of non-returnable medication?
• How many phases of testing in humans does the FDA require?
• How often should a patient's infusion site be assessed?
• What allows pharmacists to focus on tasks requiring more advanced expertise?
• Which pH value represents an alkaline substance?
• Regulation of hazardous waste procedures associated with chemotherapy applies to all of the following except:
• What is an essential consideration for controlling pharmacy costs when managing suppliers?
• Which type of network is defined where the patient's primary care physician need not be a member and costs outside the network may be partially reimbursed?
• What complication can arise from intravenous administration related to a vein?
• Who among the following is responsible for approving verbal orders in a healthcare setting?
• When warning screens display potential dosing irregularities, what should you do immediately?
• What term describes a legal proof or document that verifies an individual meets specific standards?
• What type of solution has greater osmolarity than blood?
• Which act requires new drugs to be shown safe before marketing?
• When studying drug concentration, what is the term for the point at which the minimum effective concentration is reached and a response occurs?
• Which characteristic is essential for pharmacy technicians to minimize errors?
• What type of network is described as one where costs are covered inside but not outside of its network?
• What is used in intravenous administration to deliver triglycerides and calories?
• What condition is digitalis used to treat?
• For home infusions, with whom does the pharmacist consult to choose the appropriate pump?
• Which of the following terms indicates a type of pharmacy that may provide extensive services to manage chronic diseases?
• Which term refers to medications that are prescribed for immediate administration?
• What requirement was established due to fatal poisoning from liquid sulfanilamide?
• Which of the following is a common requirement for a prescription?
• What is required for the labeling of prescription medications to ensure patient safety?
• Who defines the specific responsibilities and tasks for pharmacy technicians by setting?
• What is a disadvantage of vaginal administration of medication?
• _____ tablets have a sweet glaze and ______ tablets have a non-sweet coating.
• The most comprehensive text covering pharmaceutical sciences is:
• Which of the following is NOT included in the directions for prescription use?
• What is the role of a pharmacy technician in relation to infusion therapy?
• What is the typical time frame from the beginning of a new drug's development to FDA approval?
• Compounding parental admixtures for home infusion requires all of the following except:
• Which of the following is NOT a common type of home health care service?
• How should Zyrtec be written to avoid confusion with Zyprexa?
• What is the typical pH level of the stomach?
• When reading the volume of a liquid against a graduation mark, hold the device at eye level and read the mark?
• What does the pharmacy technician's scope of practice refer to?
• What is the primary purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?
• Which technique is important for interacting with customers on the phone?
• Which schedule of drugs includes substances that have a high potential for abuse and severe psychological or physical dependence?
• Who may disease state management services be billed to?
• Health care provider concerned with factors such as a patient's ability to pay for medications is?
• What condition is characterized by thyroid hormone secretions being below normal?
• What is the term used to describe the rate at which inventory is used, typically conveyed in days?
• Excessive bleeding caused by anticoagulants is an example of which type of effect?
• Which of the following describes a method to categorize items in a pharmacy?
• Clear liquids in which the drug is completely dissolved are known as?
• What is the term for organizing drugs alphabetically by their generic names?
• What type of service do licensed pharmacies provide to ensure safe medication distribution?
• Who discovered that penicillin could kill some bacteria?
• What process allows the body to eliminate drugs after initial administration?
• What is the primary purpose of a compounding record in pharmacy?
• Why may the distribution of drugs differ between men and women?
• What was the first effective local anesthetic?
• What is the typical duration of PTCB Certification?
• Who in the home care team orders the infusion therapy?
• Which of the following is NOT considered a common safety strategy?
• Directions for use on a prescription should start with which part of speech?
• How many hours a day must pharmacy services at long-term care facilities be made available?
• What should pharmacy technicians prioritize when preparing medications?
• Which of the following is NOT a rectal administration form?
• Which term is used to describe a therapeutic range where drug concentration is effective but not toxic?
• Mixing powders using a spatula is called?
• When drug molecules are bound to plasma or tissue proteins, they are typically considered:
• Metric weights used for weighing ingredients using a Class A balance should be handled with?
• Which type of glassware is "TD"?
• Which step is part of the dispensing process in a pharmacy?
• In a managed care setting, who primarily manages the care?
• What do you call the condition when thyroid hormone levels are elevated?
• What is the function of heparin in a heparin lock?
• After passing the pharmacy technician national certification exam, pharmacy technicians may use which designation after their name?
• Which of the following infusion therapies is typically prioritized during emergencies?
• What is the typical effect of increasing drug dosage on therapeutic outcomes?
• Specialized technician jobs in hospitals typically have ________ compensation compared to entry-level positions.
• Which route of administration generally does not use solutions?
• Which agency is responsible for approving hospitals for Medicaid reimbursement?
• What is the primary purpose of FDA drug testing phases?
• Which schedule of drugs must be stored in a locked tamper-proof narcotics cabinet?
• Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and removing waste materials?
• Which type of professional is typically responsible for developing an infusion therapy plan?
• What is the function of a membrane filter in a sterile compounding environment?
• Which federal agency is primarily responsible for overseeing the safety of food, drugs, and cosmetics?
• The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is associated with the?
• Which type of medication delivery requires a specific syringe type to ensure accuracy?
• Excessive usage of specific drugs can lead to what type of kidney-related harm?
• Which abbreviation refers to an amino acid-based formula for patients with food allergies?
• Under what condition can a nurse access medication from automated dispensing systems?
• When using the laminar flow hood, how far inside the hood should a technician work?
• Which organization is primarily responsible for establishing pharmacy technician training standards?
• What is the primary role of a pharmacy technician in managing prescription medications?
• Which information is generally not required in online claim processing?
• Large volume parenteral (LVP) solutions are packaged in containers holding what amount or more?
• When reviewing a prescription for a C-II substance, which item is not required?
• What organization assigns the National Drug Code (NDC)?
• Which information is required on prescription labels for most drugs?
• Of the following needle sizes, which is most likely to cause coring?
• Which risk is associated with extended use of certain medications via vaginal administration?
• Which type of syringe is typically used for administering a dose of liquid medication?
• What fraction of pharmaceutical manufacturers' sales is accounted for by wholesalers providing medications to hospitals and pharmacies?
• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) contains regulations related to what type of information?
• Which type of pharmacies operates as part of national mass merchandise chains?
• What is the purpose of segregating hazardous drug inventory from other drug inventory?
• What term describes the movement of the drug from the dosage formulation to the blood?
• Children between which ages metabolize certain drugs more rapidly than adults?
• Which of the following is an example of periodic maintenance for a computer system?
• What condition is characterized by painful inflammation due to excess uric acid in the joints?
• When two drugs with similar pharmacological actions result in an effect equal to the sum of their individual effects, this is called?
• Which organ is damaged by drugs that cause hepatotoxicity?
• The work station for medical personnel on a nursing unit is called:
• What is the typical procedure for billing compounded prescriptions?
• Which system delivers drugs through the skin for a systemic effect?
• Who is generally responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization in the pharmacy?
• Which of the following is a primary source of drug information?
• Which statement is true regarding single-dose vials?
• What is the process called when a drug in a higher concentration solution passes through a permeable membrane to a lower concentration solution?
• Rectal administration is used to achieve which type of effects?
• What organization is directly involved in the enforcement of controlled substances?
• Which legislation prohibited interstate commerce in adulterated or misbranded food, drinks, and drugs?
• In pharmacy settings, which of the following tasks is typically not performed by pharmacy technicians?
• What do the last set of NDC numbers indicate?
• Taking routine patient information is a duty of the:
• What does PTCB stand for in the context of pharmacy technician certification?
• What must manufacturers follow to market their drug without FDA new drug approval?
• What is the primary goal of pharmacy technicians in regards to medication delivery?
• Which of the following has the consistency of an ointment?
• What term describes the blood concentration required to produce a response?
• ___________ are thickening agents used in the preparation of suspension.
• Who must check and sign orders for Schedule II controlled substances when received?
• Most medications are typically stored at which temperature range?
• Which of the following best describes the role of compounding pharmacies?
• After opening an ampule, what should the technician do first?
• Regularly scheduled events to monitor and document technician competency are referred to as?
• Which of the following includes state identification numbers and affiliations with facilities and insurers?
• The person who develops and maintains an individual pharmaceutical plan for each patient in a long-term care facility is a(n):
• Medication carts commonly provide _________ hours of medication for specific patients.
• Which class of drugs is most commonly associated with causing liver damage?
• Under what circumstance can technicians share patient information?
• What is the name of the ancient Greek goddess of medicinal herbs?
• How long should the laminar flow hood be turned on before use to produce a particle-free environment?
• Which individual can legally prescribe medications to patients?
• In prescriptions, what are the instructions for how to take the medication referred to as?
• The pharmaceutical manufacturing industry devotes about ________ of its income to research and development.
• What is the term for the movement of particles in a solution through permeable membranes?
• What is the significance of a Medication Therapy Management (MTM) service?
• Insulin is routinely administered by the ______ route.
• Which type of maintenance is primarily preventive for computer systems in pharmacies?
• How is checking of order reports to ensure accuracy primarily done?
• What organization type commonly extends patient assistance programs?
• Cruciferous vegetables like cabbage may have what effect on the metabolism of some drugs?
• What is a mixture of two liquids that do not dissolve into each other in which one liquid is spread through the other by mixing and use of a stabilizer?
• What type of infusion therapy is generally associated with an oncology program at a hospital or clinic?
• Recalls are reported in the weekly enforcement report by which organization?
• Circulation disorders are generally characterized by _________ blood flow to one or more organs.
• What protects against illegal copying of new discoveries?
• Which kind of patients typically receive home infusion therapy?
• To minimize interactions that affect drug absorption, how long should the administration of a drug and food intake be separated?
• Who was the Egyptian god of medicinal herbs?
• Which term best describes drugs that can mimic the action of natural substances in the body?
• Which administration route is considered parenteral?
• What are substances produced by the body to regulate functions and processes?
• An unexpected adverse effect of a drug the first time it is given to a patient is considered what type of reaction?
• What is the term for the ability of a substance to cause abnormal fetal development when given to pregnant women?
• If a supplier's terms are thirty days net, what is the best turnover period?
• Which common reference would you use to find information on chemical attributes of a drug?
• What term describes a solution containing particles suspended throughout?
• What is a common risk associated with home infusion therapy?
• What is the body's process of transforming drugs called?
• Which organization requires the usage of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?
• Which organization is primarily focused on setting standards and certifying pharmacy technicians?
• Which specialized tissue sacs transfer oxygen and carbon dioxide during respiration?
• A list of herbs used for health conditions can be considered an early forerunner to the FDA approved drug list. What is this list called?
• Which of the following is an important aspect of the pharmacy technician's role?
• ___________________________ is an encyclopedic source of chemical substance data.
• Which database would you consult to verify a drug's approved uses and contraindications?
• Which method is generally recommended for the administration of medications that require rapid action?
• What is the primary function of a pharmacy technician?
• Which auxiliary label should be placed near the medication label for Amox: 250mg/5ml?
• What are drugs called that bind to receptors but do not activate them?
• What device was developed to assist patients in coordinating their breathing with aerosol activation?
• Orders for medications that are needed right away are called:
• What is the most common size for an ophthalmic ointment tube?
• What type of businesses provide inventory management systems to their customers as part of their service?
• What is the usual infusion rate of LVPs?
• What are community pharmacies that are individually owned and operated referred to as?
• An enzyme is a complex _________ that catalyzes chemical reactions into other substances.
• What type of device is Parata Max?
• A raised blister-like area on the skin caused by an intradermal injection is called a:
• Who is responsible for scheduling appointments for disease state management services?
• A lot number is useful for identifying what?
• What does 'qs' mean in the context of a prescription?
• What patient information is essential to enter into the computer system?
• Which term describes a drug's ability to reach its site of action?
• What should drug manufacturers demonstrate to receive FDA approval for a new product?
• How often must PTCB Certification be renewed?
• What is the maximum weighable amount for most Class A prescription balances?
• A system containing two immiscible liquids with one dispersed in the other is called?
• A common use for depth filters in pharmacy is to?
• Which of the following is an example of a ready-to-mix system?
• Idiosyncratic reactions occur the ___________ time a drug is given to a patient.
• What is the state-run organization that oversees hospitals including the pharmacy department?
• What information must a pharmacy technician enter for a new prescription?
• Drugs that increase the activity of metabolizing enzymes in the liver cause:
• Medication counseling for mail order pharmacies is done by:
• What is the maximum price per tablet an insurer or PBM will pay for a medication called?
• An inactive substance given in place of a medication during clinical trials is known as a?
• What is the risk associated with exceeding the MTC of a drug?
• The primary difference between single-dose and multi-dose vials is that single-dose vials do not contain what?
• In pharmaceuticals, what does the term "levigating agent" refer to?
• What is a common term for a web address?
• What term describes the phenomenon when two drugs with similar pharmacological effects result in increased effects when combined?
• What does it mean for pharmacy technicians to be trustworthy?
• In pharmacy practice, what is the primary purpose of a point of sale (POS) system?
• Who is primarily responsible for ordering stock in a pharmacy?
• What types of settings may a pharmacy technician find employment opportunities in?
• What is a common reason for a patient to require specialized infusion therapy?
• What is the term for the pharmacy area that primarily provides direct services to patients on a nursing unit?
• Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of pharmacy technicians?
• If two drugs are pharmaceutically equivalent, what do they share in common?
• What are drugs that have a heightened risk of causing significant patient harm when used in error called?
• Which term refers to the study of drugs and their effects on living systems?
• What happens to drugs when they form complexes with other molecules?
• Which term refers to an inflammation of a vein, often related to intravenous therapy?
• What method is used to address the systemic delivery of medication through an adhesive patch?
• What does extemporaneous compounding refer to?
• What is the goal of effective inventory management in pharmacy settings?
• The Drug Enforcement Administration operates under which branch of the US government?
• What is the appropriate needle size range for intradermal injections?
• In each state, who is responsible for licensing pharmacists?
• What term describes the effect that occurs when two drugs with similar pharmacological actions result in an effect equal to the sum of their individual effects?
• When a drug is at its efficacy level but does not reach toxic levels, what is this range known as?
• When two drugs' effects are less than the sum of their individual effects, this is referred to as?
• If enterohepatic cycling does not occur, which route can drugs be excreted through?
• What kind of compounds liquefy when they are brought together?
• Commonly used drugs such as acetaminophen and aspirin can produce:
• What may be stored in the refrigerator of a community pharmacy?
• What type of information should pharmacy technicians be particularly diligent about handling?
• Who coordinates care for patients under the close supervision of a physician in a medical staff?
• What is the amount of medication to be dispensed for Amox: 250mg/5ml with SIG: tsp tid x 10d?
• Which pharmacological interaction can lead to increased side effects, such as sedation?
• Which set of guidelines must pharmacy technicians follow while handling controlled substances?
• Progestasert is available in which dosage form?
• What is the potential issue when pushing a needle through the rubber stopper of a vial?
• What is a common side effect associated with opioid medications?
• Which laws apply to pharmacy technicians?
• What system allows resolution of prescription coverage through communication between pharmacy computers and third parties?
• Most drugs administered orally are absorbed into the bloodstream from which organ?
• Which reference source provides comprehensive and timely drug information about prescription and OTC products?
• When receiving a prescription for an OTC medication, what is the appropriate first step?
• What is the main method through which drugs are typically absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract?
• The increased sedation seen when alcohol and a sedative are taken together is an example of what type of interaction?
• Which system allows pharmacists to ensure patients receive their medications safely and effectively?
• Which form of medication consists of solid or semisolid adhesive masses that prolong contact at the application site?
• In a third-party plan with a dual co-pay, what is typically the cost difference for generic drugs compared to brand name drugs?