PTCB Hospital and Retail Pharmacy Practice Exam

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• Who develops and maintains an individual pharmaceutical plan for each patient in a long-term care facility?
• Where are disease state management services typically offered?
• What type of numbers are used to ensure that the correct drug in the correct form and strength is dispensed?
• Which tool should be used to handle metric weights on a Class A balance?
• Which of the following is a key skill beneficial for pharmacy technicians when dealing with customers?
• What process involves the addition of water to a powdered medication to prepare it for use?
• What does PHI stand for under HIPAA regulations?
• Which technique is NOT recommended for interacting with customers on the telephone?
• When a prescription cannot be filled with a commercially available medication, what process is used to prepare it?
• Which of the following is a key responsibility of pharmacy technicians?
• When reviewing a prescription for a C-II substance, which information is NOT required?
• What type of record documents the actual preparation of a compounded formula?
• What type of services provided by pharmacists can be billed to third parties for conditions like diabetes?
• What are agents called that are used to thicken suspensions?
• For a prescription of Amoxil 250 mg #30 t.i.d. rfx2, how many days should the prescription last?
• Large volume parenterals (LVPs) are packaged in containers holding how many milliliters or more?
• The term 'signa' in a prescription refers to what aspect of the prescription?
• What term is used for drugs identified by the Controlled Substance Act that have the potential for abuse and are strictly controlled?
• The most common route for medication administration in paediatric patients is typically:
• Which payment structure requires patients to pay varying amounts for generic versus brand name medications?
• Which professionals are permitted to write prescriptions in some states, depending on specific protocols?
• What is true about the procedures for billing compounded prescriptions?
• What is the preferred method for dispensing oral powders for reconstitution?
• What do you call a registered nurse who has additional training and can provide some basic primary care?
• Who must sign verbal orders given in a hospital setting?
• What type of filter is used when expelling solutions from a syringe?
• Which member of the healthcare team typically handles the delivery and labeling of medications in home care?
• Which of the following is NOT included in the regulation of hazardous waste procedures associated with chemotherapy?
• Parata Max is an example of what type of device?
• What is the term for the fine grinding of a powder necessary to achieve a more uniform particle size?
• What type of system is formed by two immiscible liquids with one dispersed in the other?
• What is the central area of a hospital responsible for distributing supplies called?
• When a claim is rejected due to "invalid birth date," what is the likely cause?
• What is typically the first step in the medication dispensing process?
• For the prescription Amoxil 250 mg/5ml with instructions Sig: tsp tid x10d, how much medication should be dispensed?
• What is the proper method for disposing of non-returnable medication?
• What is a common auxiliary label that might be required for liquid medications?
• What should you ask the customer to verify a prescription when they pick it up?
• What do we call a sudden condition requiring immediate treatment?
• What type of formulation typically contains therapeutic agents in a viscous base for application?
• How can leading and trailing zeros benefit medication safety?
• Which of the following is NOT required when compounding parenteral admixtures for home infusion?
• Which size of needle is most likely to cause coring?
• When there is a question about insurance coverage for an online claim, what should pharmacy technicians do?
• What is a common consequence of an acute condition if left untreated?
• What is the fastest growing area of home health care?
• Which professional is often the first point of contact for medication inquiries in home care settings?
• What is the purpose of an SDS (Safety Data Sheet) in a pharmacy?
• What type of pharmacies are located within large retail chains such as Walmart or KMart?
• What is the process called when particles move in a solution through permeable membranes?
• Which type of syringe is specifically used to administer a liquid medication dose to a patient?
• How is the checking of order reports to ensure accuracy typically performed?
• What is the best description of a co-pay?
• When is a solution considered sterile in pharmacy?
• What are the implications of having a high turnover rate in inventory management?
• What step should be performed as a part of the medication dispensing process?
• What is an essential feature of an online adjudication system in pharmacy?
• Biological Safety Hoods have which of the following air flow characteristics?
• Which type of glassware is labeled as "TC" (i.e., "to contain")?
• What is the primary purpose of suspending agents in pharmaceutical preparations?
• What is the primary goal of a good inventory system?
• When can a nurse access medication from automated dispensing systems?
• What are filter needles designed for in a pharmacy setting?
• What does the term "sublingual" mean in pharmacology?
• What is the primary purpose of using vertical air flow in Biological Safety Hoods?
• The primary purpose of using automated dispensing systems in pharmacies is to:
• What does a rejected claim labeled "Unable to Connect" likely indicate?
• What is the difference between eutectic compounds and other mixtures?
• Most drugs are kept at what temperature range?
• A/an ___________ solution has greater osmolarity than blood.
• What is an important step in ensuring that records are correct?
• What may be stored in the refrigerator of a community pharmacy?
• An element without water molecules is known as what?
• Which of the following is NOT a primary goal of an inventory system?
• When a patient inquires about their prescription coverage, which of the following actions should a pharmacy technician take?
• Which property of a solution is most important for patient safety when preparing injections?
• For the prescription: 'Prozac 20mg #30 qd NR', how many refills are permitted?
• What is the role of a pharmacy technician when it comes to controlled substances?
• What is the primary purpose of heparin in a heparin lock?
• What does extemporaneous compounding refer to in pharmacy practice?
• What type of solution is typically used in parenteral nutrition for patients?
• Prescriptions are typically written in:
• What are provided by suppliers or wholesalers to return overshipments, damaged, or expired products?
• How long should a laminar flow hood be turned on before use to ensure a particle-free environment?
• During the fill process, which document should always be referred to first?
• Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are required by which organization?
• What is the potential risk when pushing a needle through the rubber stopper of a vial?
• What term is used for orders for medications that are needed immediately?
• What term describes the process of creating a solution from a pre-made powdered drug form?
• As an expiration date approaches, what should the pharmacy technician ensure is done with medication?
• What is the primary role of a pharmacy technician when handling prescriptions?
• Which size syringe should be used to reconstitute a vial of medication with 2.4 mL of diluent?
• Which item is most appropriate for accurately weighing small quantities of powder?
• What is the standard temperature range for medication storage?
• Single-dose vials typically do which of the following?
• Who should be consulted regarding all over-the-counter and Schedule II prescriptions?
• What type of mortar and pestle is recommended for mixing liquids and semisolids?
• Which term describes the rate at which inventory is used and is generally expressed in number of days?
• How are medications that are supplied in bulk typically pre-packaged for single patient use?
• Which of the following information is usually not required in online claim processing?
• What is essential for ensuring that the pharmacy's inventory is accurate?
• Which of the following is a responsibility typically assigned to a pharmacy technician?
• What type of pharmacy is associated with regional or national food store chains?
• In inventory management, what does the term 'turnover' indicate?
• If a supplier's terms are thirty days net, what turnover rate would be best?
• What term describes clear liquids where the drug is completely dissolved?
• Which of the following is an example of periodic maintenance of a computer system?
• If a hospital has a closed formulary, what should the physician do?
• What is the main purpose of conducting regular system backups in a pharmacy's computer system?
• Which chronic condition is primarily managed through disease state management services?
• What are flocculating agents primarily used for?
• What duration of medication is typically provided by medication carts for specific patients?
• Which of the following formulations can have the consistency of an ointment?
• What is one primary duty of a pharmacy technician in a retail setting?
• Examples of ready-to-mix systems include which of the following?
• What is the term for a pharmacy located in a hospital that services only inpatients?
• Under what circumstances can pharmacy technicians share patient information?
• A lot number can help identify which of the following?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the enteral routes of administration?
• In the prescription process, if a pharmacy technician prepares a new prescription, who is responsible for the final check?
• What should be done with medications that are returned to the pharmacy before their expiration date?
• When using a laminar flow hood, how far should a technician ideally work inside the hood?
• What is a pharmacy technician required to do regarding prescription medications and potential abuse?
• In the context of home health care, who is primarily responsible for patient education and support?
• Equivalent weight is equal to which of the following calculations?
• If an ampule has been pre-scored, it will have which indication?
• Mixing powders using a spatula is known as what?
• What type of medication is Codeine classified as?
• What should you do immediately when warning screens display potential dosing irregularities?
• What is the typical feature of multidose vials that distinguishes them from single dose vials?
• What is a network of providers for which costs are covered inside, but not outside the network?
• What is defined as a continuing condition that requires ongoing treatment for an extended period?
• Which type of compounding allows customization of medication formulations for individual patients?
• What piece of equipment might be needed in preparing sterile products in a hospital pharmacy?
• LVPs typically have what kind of infusion rates?
• Which professional is involved in making clinical decisions about medication use in an institution?
• All dispensed prescriptions must have a cap that is which of the following?
• What is the primary purpose of tall man lettering in pharmacy?
• Which member of the home care team is mainly responsible for educating the patient?
• Which of the following best describes the function of an open formulary insurance plan?
• Interpersonal skills primarily involve which of the following?
• Which of the following is an important aspect of patient confidentiality according to HIPAA?
• When should a pharmacy technician check for allergies?
• After opening an ampule, what should the technician do next?
• What type of glassware is labeled "TD" (i.e., "to deliver")?
• In a hospital pharmacy, what type of patients are primarily serviced by the inpatient pharmacy?
• Which component is essential for maintaining updated records of pharmaceuticals in a pharmacy?
• Who typically provides medication counseling for mail order pharmacies?
• What is a deductible in terms of insurance?
• Which part of a prescription indicates the patient's instructions on how to take the medication?
• What term describes medications that are chemically different but have similar actions and effects?
• Which action is NOT part of the prescription verification process?
• When reconciling an order, if a technician detects a discrepancy, when should the supplier be notified?
• What is the primary work station for medical personnel on a nursing unit called?
• What is the maximum weighable amount for most Class A prescription balances?
• Which of the following is NOT typically found in a pharmacy?
• Who typically offers patient assistance programs?
• In compounding, which term describes a substance added to a solution to expedite mixing?
• What is a common issue that pharmacy technicians must avoid when filling prescriptions?
• If a third-party plan has a dual co-pay, how does the payment for generic drugs typically compare to brand-name drugs?
• What organization is responsible for reviewing medications and providing guidelines in a healthcare institution?
• Who must check and sign orders for schedule II controlled substances?
• How often should Amoxil 250 mg/5 ml be taken according to the provided sig?
• When selecting a pump for home infusions, the pharmacist consults with whom?
• Who is responsible for ordering infusion therapy in a home care setting?
• What is the role of a Physician's Assistant (PA) in a medical team?
• What does MAC stand for in pharmacy pricing?
• Which role involves overseeing compliance with medication management in long-term care facilities?
• Which DAW indicator is appropriate for online adjudication if a physician has handwritten DAW on a prescription?
• Who may bill for disease state management services aside from the patient?
• Community pharmacies that are independently owned local pharmacies are known as?
• Which agency oversees hospitals and the pharmacy department at the state level?
• The portion of the price of medication that an insured patient is required to pay is known as what?
• Which agency is in charge of approving hospitals for Medicaid reimbursement?
• Which role is primarily responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization in a pharmacy?
• Which type of health professional typically handles the management of pharmaceutical care within a facility?
• Which ingredient is necessary in a suspension to aid in the uniform distribution of particles?
• The difference between single and multidose vials is that single dose vials do not contain what?
• When receiving a prescription for an OTC medication, what should you do?
• What is the fundamental characteristic of an emulsion?
• Which of the following is a requirement for a valid prescription?
• Which term refers to the unique identifying number assigned to medications?
• If a patient admits to using Codeine to cope with stress, how should the pharmacy staff respond?
• Which team member may engage in non-consulting activities such as compounding and labeling in home care?
• In community pharmacies, who is primarily responsible for receiving the prescription and entering patient data into the computer?
• What information can a pharmacy technician enter into the computer for a new prescription?
• Infusion therapy commonly associated with oncology programs is known as?
• Which of the following is NOT considered a common safety strategy in pharmacy practice?
• What is the standard requirement for the beginning of directions for use on a prescription?
• What system is used to shuttle objects through a tube using compressed air?
• Which type of compounds will liquefy when combined together?
• What is a listing of the goods or items that a business will use in its normal operations called?
• A patient’s financial responsibility at the pharmacy is typically described by which term?
• What do Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) provide information about?
• What is a common process when a patient's prescription has been rejected?
• In laminar flow, the air moves in how many direction(s)?
• What is a POS in the context of healthcare providers?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of prescription?
• How many hours a day must pharmacy services be available at long-term care facilities?
• What is the main characteristic of a ready-to-mix system in pharmacy?
• What percentage of pharmaceutical manufacturers' sales is accounted for by wholesalers who provide medications to various dispensers?
• In relation to drug interactions, what is the pharmacy technician's responsibility?
• What does a chronic condition require from healthcare providers?
• What are the instructions from medical practitioners authorizing drug or device issuance to a patient called?
• What system involves the resolution of prescription coverage through the communication of the pharmacy computer with the third party computer?
• What does a rejected claim labeled "NDC Not Covered" most commonly suggest?
• What is the term for organizing drugs alphabetically by their generic names?
• The process in which a drug in a higher concentration passes through a permeable membrane to a lower concentration is known as what?
• In a closed formulary system, which type of medications are physicians restricted to prescribe?
• Which document is considered the recipe for compounding medications?
• Pharmacy technicians are allowed to perform which of the following tasks?
• What should be confirmed when a prescription for a narcotic is received?
• What documentation is needed for returning damaged products?
• What term describes medications that are taken under the tongue for quick absorption?
• What does a PPO stand for in health insurance terms?
• What is essential when preparing medications for home infusion therapy?
• What is the maximum amount an aliquot can represent in a prescription when calling for less than 120 mg of an ingredient?
• Which concept emphasizes the need for both child-resistant and non-child-resistant caps on prescriptions?
• What type of professional is concerned with a patient's ability to pay for medications?
• Which professional is primarily responsible for verifying the accuracy of pharmaceutical records?
• What is the function of a pharmacy technician in most community pharmacies?
• What is the recommended auxiliary label to be placed near a medication label that requires shaking?