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Exam A

QUESTION 1You have received a script that reads 2gtt OU BID. What will the label placed on the patients packagingread?

A. Two Drops in both ears two times dailyB. Two Drops in both eyes two times dailyC. Two Drops in right ear three times a day.D. Two drops in left eye two times daily

Correct Answer: BSection: (none)Explanation

Explanation/Reference:Explanation:

QUESTION 2Convert 25°C to F°.

A. 36°FB. 50°FC. 77°FD. 69°F

Correct Answer: CSection: (none)Explanation


QUESTION 3A 14 year old boy weights 110 lbs. He is prescribed by his Doctor to take 5mg/Kg of drug "A" daily. Whatwill his dose be?

A. 1200mgB. 1250mgC. 150mgD. 250mg

Correct Answer: DSection: (none)Explanation


QUESTION 4C C X L is equal to:

A. 2540B. 265C. 2040D. 240

Correct Answer: DSection: (none)

Explanation


QUESTION 5If 100 tablets cost 122.00, how much does each tablet cost?


A. $.12B. $1.22C. $12.20D. $.012



QUESTION 6Which regulatory agency would initiate a class II recall on a prescription drug?

A. DEAB. OSHAC. FDAD. FDIC



QUESTION 7A cart exchange in a hospital usually takes place every:

A. 12 HoursB. 6 HoursC. 24 HoursD. 48 Hours



QUESTION 82.5 ounces is equal to:

A. 75mlB. 250mlC. 50mlD. 750ml

Correct Answer: ASection: (none)Explanation


QUESTION 9Which DEA schedule contains substances with the least potential for abuse?

A. Sch. 1B. Sch. 4C. Sch. 5D. Sch. 2



QUESTION 10A script for Zolpidem will expire after ______ and may have up to ________.

A. 6 Months, No RefillsB. 12 Months, 1 year of RefillsC. 12 Months, No RefillsD. 6 months, 5 Refills



QUESTION 11A script for cough syrup reads 15ml PO Q4° PRN. Wha t should you type on the patients packaging?

A. A spoonfull taken orally every 4 hours as neededB. One teaspoon taken orally every 4 hours as neededC. One tablespoon taken orally every 4 hours as neededD. 15ml taken orally every 4 hours as needed



QUESTION 12

Which is not true about HIPAA?

A. Helps insure patient privacy.B. Prevents healthcare fraud and abuse.C. Regulates the use and disclosure of patient information.D. Helps to decrease the rate of errors in pharmacy.



QUESTION 13A pharmacy can order DEA Sch. 3 drugs from their wholesaler:

A. Using a standard invoice.B. Using a credit memo.C. Using a DEA Form 222.D. Only with guaranteed funds.



QUESTION 14With which class of FDA recall is there is a potential for serious injury or death

A. Class 1B. Class 2C. Class 3D. Class 4



QUESTION 15An eight year old boy weights 75 Lbs. The adult dosage of Drug C is 400mg. The childrens dosage usingClarks rule is:

A. 100mgB. 150mgC. 200mgD. 250mg



QUESTION 16Dr. Acosta has a practice in Delaware and recieved her DEA number in 1988. What will the two letters inher DEA number prefix be?

A. DBB. DAC. BAD. AD



QUESTION 17Which size of needle has the largest diameter?

A. 18 GaugeB. 16 GaugeC. 20 GaugeD. 14 Gauge



QUESTION 18What is the primary function / use for Rosiglitazone?

A. Anti-ConvulsantB. HypertensionC. Anti-DiabeticD. Proton Pump Inhibitor



QUESTION 19A ___________ distributes HEPA filtered air into a work area to maintain a sterile environment.

A. Cleanroom FanB. Laminar Flow HoodC. Class 100 AirfanD. Micron filter fan



QUESTION 20How many Tablespoons are in 16 Ounces?

A. 16B. 24C. 12D. 32



QUESTION 21A patient weights 218 Lbs. What is their weight in Kg?

A. 479KgB. 109KgC. 409KgD. 99Kg



QUESTION 22What regulatory agency would be responsible for the approval of a new anti-anxiety drug similar toDiazepam?

A. CIAB. DEAC. FDAD. OBRA



QUESTION 23What concentration of a sodium chloride solution would be Hypertonic?

A. 0.009%B. 0.090%C. 0.900%D. 9.000%


Explanation


QUESTION 24Which type of insulin has the shortest onset period. (the length of time before it reaches the bloodstreamand begins to lower blood sugar)

A. Ultra-LenteB. LenteC. NPHD. Regular



QUESTION 25Dr. Dasani has a dental practice in Smiley, Texas. What should the final number be in his DEA numbergiven the first 8 characters of AD380410?

A. 8B. 2C. 4D. 5




QUESTION 26Benazepril is classified as a:

A. Beta BlockerB. ACE InhibitorC. Calcium Channel BlockerD. Diuretic



QUESTION 27You receive a Prescription that reads: Restoril 15mg PRN HS #30. What instructions will likely appear onthe customers packaging?

A. 1 Tablespoon at bedtime as needed.B. Take 1 Tablet at bedtime as needed.C. Take 30 minutes before bedtime with food.D. Take 1 Tablet as directed with food.



QUESTION 28You receive a prescription for 15g of a Topical Steroid Cream containing a 12% concentration. Yourpharmacy only has 10% and 15% concentrations. How much of each can you combine to fill thisprescription?

A. 6g of 15% + 9g of 10%B. 10g of 10% + 5g of 15%C. 8g of 10% + 7g of 15%D. 12g of 10% + 3g of 15%



QUESTION 29Your Pharmacy has a 40% markup and $1.75 dispensing fee. The wholesale price for 10 Sildenafil is$120.00, what will the retail price be.

A. $201.75B. $188.50C. $169.75D. $125.75



QUESTION 30Which of these drugs is a Beta Blocker?

A. LisinoprilB. AmlodipineC. ValsartanD. Metoprolol


Explanation


QUESTION 31A preparation consisting of solid particles dispersed throughout a liquid is called:

A. SyrupB. EmulsionC. SuspensionD. Elixir



QUESTION 32The reference list of approved drug products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations published by theFood and Drug Administration (FDA) is called:

A. RX Master ListB. Orange BookC. TE Ratings BookD. MSDS Sheets



QUESTION 33The drug Lorazepam is a:

A. DEA Sch IIB. DEA Sch IIIC. DEA Sch IVD. DEA Sch V



QUESTION 34The Sig for "Right Ear" is:

A. ADB. AUC. ARD. AS



QUESTION 35To prepare a prescription you need to measure 2.75oz. You have the following graduated cylindersavailable. Which would you use?

A. 75mlB. 100mlC. 125mlD. 150ml



QUESTION 36Custom mixing of drugs from various available products to fit the unique needs of a patient is known as:

A. AmalgamationB. ConcoctingC. CompoundingD. Mixology



QUESTION 37Which is incorrect?

A. 554 = DLIVB. 122 = CXXIIC. 264 = CCLXIVD. 159 = CLVIIII



QUESTION 38If a patient is allergic to alcohol, which of the following should they not use?

A. SyrupB. SuspensionC. Elixir

D. Insulin



QUESTION 3900006-0951-54 is the NDC code for Losartan 25mg #90. What does the middle series of numbers 0951represent?

A. Product / FormulaB. ManufacturerC. Drug ClassD. Package / Quantity



QUESTION 40A drug patent gives its inventor the exclusive rights to manufacture and market a drug. The patent lasts __years and that period begins ________.

A. 10 years, upon FDA approval.B. 10 years, upon original filing.C. 20 years, upon FDA approval.D. 20 years, upon original filing.



QUESTION 41Mr. Tee is a customer at your retail pharmacy. He has prescription drug coverage through his employer.When he picks up his prescription he must pay a portion of the price known as a ____________.

A. PremiumB. DeductibleC. WaiverD. Co-Pay



QUESTION 42Which of these temperatures would be within Controlled / Room Temperature standards?

A. 86°fB. 20°cC. 38°fD. 65°c



QUESTION 43A physician orders an IV drip of a mixture at a rate of 25ml/hr for 20/hr. What volume of fluid will beneeded?

A. 500mgB. 0.5LC. 1.0LD. 1.5L



QUESTION 44How many teaspoons are in one ounce?

A. 2B. 3C. 6D. 8



QUESTION 45You receive a prescription with the sig: Amoxil 500mg 1tab PO TID X10D. How many tablets are needed tofill this order?

A. 10B. 20C. 30D. 40



QUESTION 46You receive a prescription with the sig: Amoxil 500mg 1tab PO TID X10D. Which of these is most likelytheir condition?

A. Urinary Tract InfectionB. HypertensionC. Staph InfectionD. Acid Reflux



QUESTION 47At your retail pharmacy a customers order totals $22.34. They pay with two $20 bills. The most appropriatechange would be:

A. (3)Fives (2)ones (2)Quarters (1)Dime (1)Nickel (2)PennyB. (1)Ten (1)Five (2)ones (1)Quarter (1)Dime (1)Nickel (1)PennyC. (1)Ten (7)ones (1)Dime (1)Nickel (1)PennyD. (1)Ten (1)Five (2)ones (2)Quarters (1)Dime (1)Nickel (1)Penny



QUESTION 48Which form of Diabetes is Insulin Dependent?

A. HypoglycemiaB. HyperglycemiaC. Type I DiabetesD. Type II Diabetes



QUESTION 49Which FDA recall is the least severe?

A. Class IVB. Class IIIC. Class IID. Class I




QUESTION 50The acronym APAP is used for:

A. AspirinB. UrgentlyC. AcetaminophenD. None of the above



QUESTION 51A dosage form that dissolves when held between the cheek and gum is called a:

A. SublingualB. BuccalC. Enteric CoatedD. Pouch



QUESTION 52Which of the following must be used to clean a Laminal Flow Hood?

A. Ammonia SulfateB. Chlorine BleachC. Aseptic IodineD. Isopropyl Alcohol



QUESTION 53The abbreviation PC means:

A. Before Meals

B. After MealsC. Parenteral CalculatonD. Potassium Chloride



QUESTION 54Generic Drugs can be substituted for Brand name drugs:

A. Whenever they are available.B. Whenever the Patient / Customer requests them.C. Whenever the pharmacy is running low on brand name drugs.D. Only if the physician prescribes them.



QUESTION 55Your store retails a 30 ct. bottle of Ibuprofen for $3.00. The wholesale cost to the store is $1.50.What is the Markup percent?

A. 200%B. 150%C. 100%D. 50%



QUESTION 56A _________ protects a drugs brand name from unauthorized use.

A. TrademarkB. PatentC. CopyrightD. Generic Name



QUESTION 57Which DEA Sch. contains drugs that have very high abuse potential and are not usually used asmedication?

A. DEA Sch. VB. DEA Sch. IVC. DEA Sch. IID. DEA Sch. I



QUESTION 58Which is a solution that has been sweetened for better ease of use?

A. ElixirB. SyrupC. SuspensionD. Tincture



QUESTION 59Which would not be a violation of HIPAA?

A. Not giving a new patient a notice of privacy disclosure.B. Pharm. Techs gossiping with a patientabout othersmedicationC. Medicaid patient not being offered counseling on a new Medication.D. Releasing a patients records to an unauthorized party.




QUESTION 60Which medication is exempt from the PPPA locking cap requirements?

A. NitroglycerineB. ParoxetineC. ClonidineD. Tolterodine



QUESTION 61Which of the following drugs would not be used to treat seizures?

A. TopamaxB. DepakoteC. LamictalD. Tramadol



QUESTION 621 Lbs is equal to:

A. 12 OzB. 2.2 KgC. 454 GD. 1200 Ml



QUESTION 63The drug name Oxycontin is an example of a:

A. Chemical NameB. Brand NameC. Generic NameD. Street Name



QUESTION 64Which phase of the FDA new drug application involves double-blind, placebo controlled trials todemonstrate that it actually works and involves hundreds or thousands of patients.

A. Phase IB. Phase IIC. Phase III

D. Phase IV



QUESTION 65Water freezes at 0°C and Boils at 100°C. What tempe rature in Farenheit will water freeze and boil?

A. 14°F, 325°FB. 32°F, 212°FC. 29°F, 180°FD. 10°F, 177°F



QUESTION 66The fraction ¾ is equal to:

A. .750B. .660C. 7.500D. .075



QUESTION 67How many ML of active ingredient are in 1.5 Liter of a 17.5% solution?

A. 525.0B. 375.5C. 325.0D. 262.5



QUESTION 68The FDA publication of Approved Drug Products with Therapeutic Equivalence Evaluations is called:

A. Merck ManualB. Scut Monkey drug Manual

C. Orange BookD. Micromedex



QUESTION 69You have been asked to dilute and repackage 1 Liter of a 20% solution into 1 pint bottles of 5% solution.How many bottles will you be able to fill?

A. 8B. 4C. 10D. 5



QUESTION 70Which drug would be used for athletes foot:

A. RanitidineB. FluconazoleC. TamsulosinD. Sildenafil



QUESTION 71A drug class that causes a natural biological action to NOT occur is called:


A. InhibitorB. ProhibitorC. AntagonistD. Agonist

Correct Answer: CSection: (none)

Explanation


QUESTION 72Which dosage form would ensure the best bioavailability?

A. POB. SLC. NGD. IV



QUESTION 73A patient is at your store buying a glucose monitor. The item sells for $69.99. After tax their total is $75.94.What is the tax rate?

A. 8.5B. 7.5C. 8.0D. 7.0



QUESTION 74A patient presents a prescription for Ibandronate 150mg #3. Your pharmacy has a 35% markup and $5.66dispensing fee. The wholesale price is $15.70 per tab. What will the retail price be for this prescription of 3tablets?

A. $63.59B. $47.10C. $52.76D. $69.25



QUESTION 75A rolling cabinet at a hospital which is used to dispense emergency medication is commonly called a:

A. EMS CartB. Stash CartC. Crash Cart

D. Blue Cart



QUESTION 76Which drug is not DEA controlled?

A. PhentermineB. ProzacC. LunestaD. Valium



QUESTION 77The decision to add new medications to a hospitals formulary are usually made by :

A. Drug Company RepresentativesB. Board of PhysiciansC. Pharmacy and Therapeutics CommitteeD. Hospital General Manager



QUESTION 78Which of the following would be a violation of OBRA?

A. Releasing a patients records to unauthorized partiesB. Not offering a medicaid patient counseling on a new drug prescribedC. Accidently allowing a refill on a DEA Sch. II drugD. Filling a prescription for a medicaid patient with expired stock



QUESTION 79Dr. Patel has prescribed Ms. Jones some antibacterial drops to treat Conjunctivitis. The directions are 2-3gtt OD QID. What will need to be typed on the label?

A. Use 2-3 Drops in right eye four times dailyB. Use 2-3 Drops in right ear four times daily

C. Use 2-3 Drops in left eye four times dailyD. Use 2-3 Drops in left ear four times daily



QUESTION 80Which of the following drugs is exempt from the PPPA locking cap requirements?

A. VareniclineB. TopiramateC. PregabalinD. Nitroglycerin



QUESTION 81Dr. Diaco has prescribed your customer a drug order for the following:Methylprednisolone 10mg tabs40mg QD x2D30mg QD X3D20mg QD X4D10mg QD X5D

How many tablets should be dispensed?

A. 120B. 100C. 75D. 30



QUESTION 82A customer has dropped off a prescription order for Benazepril. Which of the following conditions does ourcustomer most likely need this for?

A. EpilepsyB. Type II DiabetesC. HypertensionD. Ear Infection



QUESTION 83Your retail pharmacy sells products at: 45% markup over wholesale + a set dispensing fee of $4. Acustomer brings in a script for: Vardenafil 5mg #10. The total retail cost at pickup for the 10 tablets is$149.00. What is your pharmacys wholesale cost per/each tablet?

A. $14.50B. $10.00C. $18.85D. $14.90



QUESTION 84You have been asked by the Pharmacist to prepare 3 liters of a 30% strength solution. Your pharmacystocks the active ingredient in 8 ounce bottles of 70% strength. How many bottles of the active ingredientwill you need to open to complete this request? (Hint - this is and alligation problem)

A. 14B. 10C. 6D. 3



QUESTION 85A 600ml IV solution is to be given over a 5 hour period. Which of the flow rates below would need to beused?

A. 2.0ml/minB. 2.5ml/minC. 3.0ml/minD. 3.5ml/min



QUESTION 86An 8 year old boy weighs 34 Kilograms. The adult dosage of his prescribed medication is 400 mg. UsingClarks rule, what would the dosage for the boy be?

A. 160mgB. 200mgC. 240mg

D. 300mg



QUESTION 87Mr. Bill Foldes is a regular customer at your pharmacy. Today he brought in a new prescription forOxycontin. The script is from Dr. Bender and his DEA number is BB5274636. The script is datedDecember 17th of last year and today is April 21st. The prescription allows 5 refills. Under thecircumstances, how many fills will Mr. Foldes receive?

A. 1 Today + 1 RefillB. 0 Today + 0 RefillC. 1 Today + 2 RefillD. 1 Today + 0 Refill



QUESTION 88Which of the DEA Schedules are Benzodiazepines listed in?

A. Sch VB. Sch IVC. Sch IIID. Sch II



QUESTION 89A patient at your hospital is prescribed: Drug Xt 2mg/kg TID. Her chart shows she weighs 110 lbs. Howmany mg per day will she receive?

A. 100mgB, 200mgB. 300mgC. 400mg



QUESTION 90A customer walks in to your pharmacy and wants to buy a Blood Pressure Monitor. They choose one thatretails for $79.99. Today is senior tuesday and your customer is eligible for a 15% discount on the unit.

What will the final price be after the discount and 5.0% sales tax are applied?

A. $71.39B. $69.97C. $72.01D. $71.50



QUESTION 91A drug developer invented a new drug in their lab in 1994. They applied for a patent for it in late 1995. Theywere awarded the patent in 1996. In 2009, the FDA approved the drug for sale and distribution in the US.What year will the patent expire for this drug?

A. 2029B. 2014C. 2016D. 2015



QUESTION 92Which dosage form would not be recommended to a patient with an allergy to alcohol?

A. SuspensionB. ElixirC. SyrupD. Emulsion



QUESTION 93A new product has arrived to your pharmacy. The storage requirements on the label read: Store at 1.5°C -3.3°C. Where would you store them?

A. Room TemperatureB. RefrigeratorC. FreezerD. Incubator



QUESTION 94A prescription order reads: 2 Tabs TID X28DHow many tablets will be dispensed?

A. 56B. 112C. 168D. 140



QUESTION 951 liter of a solution contains 5 Grams of a drug. How much would be present in 750ml of that solution?

A. 3750mgB. 1500mgC. 2750mgD. 4000mg



QUESTION 96A 7 year old girl weighs 27 Kilograms. The adult dosage of the drug she has been prescribed is 500mg.Using Youngs rule, what will the dosage be for her?

A. 125mgB. 160mgC. 185mgD. 200mg



QUESTION 97Which of the following is an Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker?

A. EnalaprilB. DiazepamC. RosuvastatinD. Valsartan

Correct Answer: D

Section: (none)Explanation


QUESTION 98How many milligrams are in 1 kilogram?

A. 1,000,000B. 100,000C. 10,000D. 1,000



QUESTION 99While rotating stock you notice an expiration date on a bottle that reads 08/10. What is the last day thatproduct may be used?

A. July 31, 2010B. August 1, 2010C. August 31, 2010D. September 1, 2010



QUESTION 100Which of the DEA Schedules contains highly addictive drugs that have no accepted medical use?

A. Sch VB. Sch IVC. Sch IID. Sch I



Topic 2, Question Set 2

QUESTION 101In a professional Pharmacy setting, which agency regulates the majority of pharmacy technician activitiesand practices?

A. Food and Drug AdministrationB. State Board Of Pharmacy

C. Drug Enforcement AgencyD. Pharmacy Technician Certification Board



QUESTION 102If a Tadalafil 10mg/tab has a typical half life of 17.5 hours, how long will it take until the blood concentrationof this dosage falls to 25% of its initial strength?

A. 70 HoursB. 52.5 HoursC. 35 HoursD. 17.5 Hours



QUESTION 103Which route of administration will give the highest blood concentration level?

A. Sub-LingualB. Transdermal PatchC. VaporizerD. Intravenous



QUESTION 104Which of the following would a patient be prescribed an Albuterol Inhalerfor?

A. HypertensionB. AsthmaC. Smoking CessationD. Post Myocardial Infarction



QUESTION 105In a retail pharmacy setting, who may counsel a customer who has questions about a vaccine they areconsidering?

A. Licensed Pharmacy TechnicianB. Licensed PharmacistC. Pharmacy CashierD. Both A. and B.



QUESTION 106A patient suffering severe pain is prescribed Vicodin which contains 10mg of Hydrocodone and 660mg ofAPAP. The Script reads:Vicodin HP1 TAB QID PRN X10DHow many Grams of Hydrocodone will the be in this order?

A. .004B. .040C. .400D. 4.00



QUESTION 107You are filling prescriptions at a retail pharmacy. A script is presented forLopressor 100mg QD X30D. Yourpharmacy is currently out of Lopressor. Which of the following may the pharmacist substitute in its place tofill the order?

A. ToprolB. Generic MetoprololC. PropranololD. None of the above



QUESTION 108Which of the following drugs is exempt from the locking cap requirements found in the PPPA?

A. Nitrostat 0.4mgB. Chantix 0.5mgC. Oxycontin 20mgD. Naproxen 250mg



QUESTION 109If 3 Grams of active ingredient is needed to make 1 pint of a suspension, how much active ingredients isneeded to make 1 Gallon of the suspension?

A. 50 gramsB. 18 gramsC. 24 gramsD. 30 grams



QUESTION 110Which of the following routes of administration is NOT parenteral?

A. SQB. SLC. ICD. IV



QUESTION 111A new customer at your Retail Pharmacy has brought in a script for:Percocet 2.5mg 1-2 tab Q4°.Which of the following information is NOT required on the prescription label?

A. Prescription NumberB. Patients NameC. Filling pharmacists nameD. Prescribing Doctors DEA number



QUESTION 112Given the name Quinapril, this drug is likely a:

A. ACE InhibitorB. A2RBC. Beta BlockerD. Anti-Diabetic



QUESTION 113A script is faxed over from Dr. Peruse which contains the sig:1ml Neomycin Sulphate 0.5% 1-2gtt OU QIDWhich of the following conditions is this order most likely to treat?

A. Urinary Tract InfectionB. Labyrinthitis (inner ear infection)C. Conjunctivitis (pink eye)D. Allergic Rhinitis



QUESTION 114When a community pharmacy orders stock from a new wholesaler, which drugs must be ordered using aDEA form 222?

A. Sch. II onlyB. Sch. II and Sch III onlyC. Sch. II, Sch. III and Sch. IV onlyD. ALL Controlled Substances




QUESTION 115A pharmacist at an independent compounding pharmacy needs to concoct a batch of "LMAO".The formula calls for:Drug L -0.1 KiloDrug M -5600 mgDrug A -0.5 lbDrug O -100 grams

After the batch is prepared it will be used to press 600mg tabs, How many whole tabs will be made?

A. 947B. 721

C. 679D. 552



QUESTION 116After their shift, A pharmacist and pharmacy tech went next door to a cafe. They began gossiping abouthow many Narcotics and Anti-depressant prescriptions they had filled and even mentioned somecustomers names who received them. They were overheard by several cafe patrons, including one of the(mentioned) customers housekeeper. Besides the Pharmacys code of ethics, which Federal Act wasviolated?

A. CSAB. DACAC. OBRAD. HIPAA



QUESTION 117In the NDC Number: 00615-6508-39What do the last two numbers represent?

A. Package SizeB. ManufacturerC. Drug StrengthD. Dosage Form



QUESTION 118Dr. I Bawl has been practicing Opthamology in Mukilteo, WA since 1984.If the first part oh his DEA number is: AB745142_What would the last digit be?

A. 7B. 3C. 0D. 2


Explanation/Reference:

Explanation:

QUESTION 119Which of the following insulins has the slowest onset time?

A. LenteB. UltraLenteC. NPHD. Regular



QUESTION 120Which types of anti-biotics inhibit growth and reproduction of bacteria, but do not kill bacteria?

A. BactericidalB. Anti-BacterialC. Hypo-AllergenicD. Bacteriostatic



QUESTION 121CORRECT TEXTWhat is a Prescription?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:An order for a medication issued by a licensed medical practitioner, required if the medicine requiresmedical supervision because the drug is unsafe

QUESTION 122CORRECT TEXTForms of a prescription

A.B.C.D.

Correct Answer: C


Explanation/Reference:1. Written from an office2. Phoned in by the office (only Rphs or interns canreceive) Exceptions of CII's.3. The office can fax or transmit the prescription through the computer. (NO CII's) ALSO: CII NO REFILLS.Controls 3-5 can only have a total of 6 fills, so a prescription must be written with 5 refills if it is a control,good for 6 months only. All other non-controls written PRN or with 12 refills are good only a year from thedate the prescription

QUESTION 123CORRECT TEXTDifference between a prescription order and a medication order

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Prescriptionorder is GIVEN to the patient to have filled.A medication order is written by a physician in aninstitution and kept in ONE sheet of paper in a file for all staff to use.

QUESTION 124CORRECT TEXTRefill requests procedure

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Technicians can do refill requests, they must provide:-pharmacy NAME and PHONE number-patients NAME and DOB-drug NAME,STRENGTH, DOSAGE(QUANTITY)-directions to confirm NO CHANGE-date of LAST REFILLWhen refills are authorized document the number of refills, the date, and the name of thepersonauthorizing.

QUESTION 125CORRECT TEXTPrescription LABEL requirements. FDCA (REGULATES)

A.B.C.D.

Correct Answer: B


Explanation/Reference:Food, drug, and cosmetics act.-name and adress of Pharmacy-rx number-dates-name of prescriber-name of patient-directions (dosage)- quantity, manufacturer, expiration, initials of dispensing pharmacists, pharmacy phone number, refills.

QUESTION 126CORRECT TEXTReferring patients to PharmD

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:If the question being asked does NOT have a FACTUAL answer ex. What is the generic name for xanax?Than the tech MUST refer the patient to the pharmD. Because:1. Drug-Drug interactions2. Drug-Disease state interactions3. Drug-Food interactions-aspirin and coumadin interact could cause internal bleeding.-sudafed worsens high blood pressure and diabetes-absorption of cipro, tertacycline decrease when taken with food.Absorptionof ketoconazole increase whentaken with fatty foods.Grapefruitinteracts with calcium channel blockers and estrogens. warfarin interactswith food high in vitamin k

QUESTION 127CORRECT TEXTDosage Forms- Tablets

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:-most popular-mechanically compressed-dissolution in stomach (slow)

QUESTION 128CORRECT TEXTChewable tablets

A.

B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Chewed anddissolvedin the mouth prior to swallowing, can be swallowed whole.

QUESTION 129CORRECT TEXTEnteric-coated tablets

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:-special coating to prevent dissolution within the stomach -meant to dissolve in the intestined only.-NEVER TO CHEW OR BRAKE OR CRUSHED prior to ingesting -not to be taken with anti-acids whichcause diissolution in the stomach

QUESTION 130CORRECT TEXTSub-lingual tablets

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:-placed under thetonguewhere active ingridient is rapidly absorbed into the BLOODSTREAM.fast absorption-Avoids the first pass effect (where drug circulates through out the body before it is broken down by theliver

QUESTION 131CORRECT TEXTBuccal tablets

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:-between cheek and gum-drug is dissolved slowly over a period of time

QUESTION 132CORRECT TEXTFilm-coated tablets (biaxin and depakote)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:-special coating that masks the objectionable odor or taste -preventsdeteriorationdue to light and air.

QUESTION 133CORRECT TEXTSustained, time-released tablets


A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Activeingredientis released at a CONSTANT RATE for a prolonged period of time -long acting, delayedrelease, prolonged action

QUESTION 134CORRECT TEXTLozenges

A.B.C.D.



-troches, or pastilles-meant to dissolve slowly in the mouth to keep the drug in contact longer

QUESTION 135CORRECT TEXTCaqpsules

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:-drug enclosed within a gellatin shell- after 10-30 mins with the stomach the gelatin dissolves and the drug is released -eliminates bad taste andodor of drug

QUESTION 136CORRECT TEXTPellets

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Cylindershaped tablets for implantation just under the skin forcontinuousdrug absorption.

QUESTION 137CORRECT TEXTEffervescent tablets

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Activeingredient+ sodium bicarbonate + citric acid, releasing carbon dioxide gas-masks the taste ofmedication

QUESTION 138CORRECT TEXTAbsorption

A.B.

C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drug gets absorbed into the BLOOD stream

QUESTION 139CORRECT TEXTDistribution

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drug goes where it is NEEDED

QUESTION 140CORRECT TEXTMetabolism

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drug is broken down by the liver

QUESTION 141CORRECT TEXTElimination

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Excretion from the body

QUESTION 142CORRECT TEXT

Syrups (sugar)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:High concentration of sugar hinders bacterial growth

QUESTION 143CORRECT TEXTSolutions (Soln)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drug is UNIFORMLY DISPERSED through out the liquid, no shake well.

QUESTION 144CORRECT TEXTSuspensions (Susp)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Medicationis insoluble in the liquid, SHAKE WELL

QUESTION 145CORRECT TEXTElixer

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Sweetened water with alcohol, NOT FOR BABIES, ALCOHOL!

QUESTION 146CORRECT TEXTTincture

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:HIGHEST CONCETRATION OF ALCOHOL

QUESTION 147CORRECT TEXTNDC (national drug code): All drugs have an NDC number

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:3 sets of number5#'s- manufacturer4#'s- drug name and strength2#'s- package size

QUESTION 148CORRECT TEXTExpiration Dates

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:A drug expires 1/09 means it expires January 31st of 2009 at midnight. 50% rule: in a repackaged vial halfthe way date from the exp date andtoday'sdate. If the expdate is years and yearsthan one yearfromtoday'sdate

QUESTION 149CORRECT TEXTPellets

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Cylinder shaped tablets for implantation just under the skin for continuous drugabsorption.


QUESTION 150CORRECT TEXTEffervescent tablets

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Active ingredient + sodium bicarbonate + citric acid, releasing carbon dioxide gas-masks the taste ofmedication

QUESTION 151CORRECT TEXTAbsorption

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drug gets absorbed into the BLOOD stream

QUESTION 152CORRECT TEXTDistribution

A.B.

C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drug goes where it is NEEDED

QUESTION 153CORRECT TEXTMetabolism

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drugis broken down by the liver

QUESTION 154CORRECT TEXTElimination

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Excretion from the body

QUESTION 155CORRECT TEXTSyrups (sugar)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:High concentration of sugar hinders bacterial growth


Solutions (Soln)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drug is UNIFORMLY DISPERSED through out the liquid, no shake well.

QUESTION 157CORRECT TEXTSuspensions (Susp)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Medication is insoluble in the liquid, SHAKE WELL

QUESTION 158CORRECT TEXTElixer

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Sweetened water with alcohol, NOT FOR BABIES, ALCOHOL!

QUESTION 159CORRECT TEXTTincture

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:HIGHEST CONCETRATION OF ALCOHOL

QUESTION 160CORRECT TEXTNDC (national drug code): All drugs have an NDC number

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:3 sets of number5#'s- manufacturer4#'s- drug name and strength2#'s- package sizeex. 00456-0122-30

QUESTION 161Which of the following is not an example of an oral dosage form?

A. AmoxicillnB. DepakoteC. NitrostatD. Synthroid



Nitrostat is available as a sublingual dosage form.

QUESTION 162CORRECT TEXTIf and injectable drug is labeled 0.5 mcg/2ml and the patient is to receive 0.125 mcg, how many milligramsshould the patient receive?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:0.5ml.0.125/0.5 X 2ml = 0.5ml

QUESTION 163If a patient is experiencing nausea and vomiting, which of the following dosage forms would be moreeffective?

A. CapsuleB. Oral solutionC. SuppositoryD. Tablet



If patient is experiencing N/V, they would have trouble keeping oral meds down. Suppositorywould do thejob but their is not a lot of meds available in this form.

QUESTION 164Which of the following is not a patient's right covered under HIPPA?

A. The right to request and amendment to his or her health record.B. The right to obtain an accounting of any disclosures of his her protected health information.C. The right to obtain a copy of his her designated record set of protected health information.D. The right toreceivecompensatory and punitive damage for violations of HIPPA



HIPPA does not discuss consequences for violations of the law

QUESTION 165How many grams of NaCl are in 100ml of NS solution?

A. 0.009B. 0.09C. 0.9D. 9.0



Normal saline is a 0.9 (w/v) solution. % w/v is the number of grams/100ml X 100

QUESTION 166Which of the following classes of antibiotics should not be taken with either fruit juices or colas?

A. MacrolidesB. PenicillinsC. QuinolonesD. Sulfas

Correct Answer: B



Because of the acidic nature of both fruit juices and colas, penicillin is inactivated by both.

QUESTION 167How many milligrams of atropine sulfate are needed to make 30ml of a 1:200 solution?

A. 1.5B. 15C. 150D. 1,500


Explanation/Reference:Explanation:Following formula:Final volume X % (expressed as a decimal)= amount of active ingredient(g). The final volume is 30ml and1:200 can be expressed as 1/200 or 0.005g. Multiplying 0.15g x 1000mg/g (changing grams to milligram...)will yeald 150mg.

QUESTION 168Which drug classification may cause rhinitis medicatmentosa with repeated use?

A. AntihistaminesB. CorticosteroidsC. Nasal DecongestantsD. Xanthime derivatives



QUESTION 169Which of the following medications is not a combination product?

A. EstratestB. HyazzarC. LotrelD. Remeron



Remeron (mirtazapine) is not a combination product.


QUESTION 170Which route of administration has the quickest onset of action?

A. IMB. IVC. POD. PR



IV goes directly into the bloodstream. No first - pass effect.

QUESTION 171What is the weight of grams of 4 fl ounce of orange peel with specific gravity of 0.844?

A. 84B. 103C. 112D. 142



Specific Gravity:Ratio between the weight of a substance and the weight of an equal volume of water, 1ml water weighs 1g.4 fl in ml = 120 ml.Therefore, 0.84 = wt substance /120g.

QUESTION 172Which of the following medications is not a proton pump inhibitor?

A. AciphexB. ConcertaC. PrevacidD. Protonix



Concerta (methylphenidate) is used in the treatment of ADHD and ADD.

QUESTION 173CORRECT TEXTPrednisone drug toxicity does not cause....

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Hypotension

QUESTION 174CORRECT TEXTWhat is considered a class IA Sodium Channel Blocker?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Aminodarone and Propafenone

QUESTION 175CORRECT TEXTPotassium sparing diuretics have the primary effect on the ......

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Distal Convoluted Tubule

QUESTION 176CORRECT TEXTWhat is not directly related to a drug toxicity of Nitroglycerin?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Projectile vomiting

QUESTION 177What type of drug is used to facilitate and examination or come to conclusion regarding a condition ordisease?

A. Destructive agentB. Diagnistic agentC. Prophylactic agentD. Therapeutic agent



Diagnostic agnet is use in making diagnostic condition.

QUESTION 178How many grams of fluorouracil will 153 lb patient receive in 5 successive days at a dosage of 12mg/kg/day?

A. 0.42B. 0.84C. 4.2D. 8.4



153 pounds / 2.2 = 7070 X 12mg = 840 (5 days)4200mg / 1000 = 4.2 GRAMS

QUESTION 179An effervescent tablet has the following formula:

A. APAP : 325mgB. CaCo3 : 280mgC. Citric acid: 900mgD. Sodium bicarbonate : 465 mg



Total out all. divide mg to find out GRAM.

QUESTION 180If a physician prescribes 250 mg qid x 10 days, how many milliliters of Keflex oral suspension containing250 mg per 5ml should be dispensed?

A. 75B. 100C. 150D. 200



250ml/5ml x 4 (20ml per day)For 10 day supply : 200

QUESTION 181Which term refers to mistreatment of a patient based on age, gender, race or sexual preference?

A. DecorumB. DiscriminationC. HarassmentD. Innuendo



A.Decorum: proper behaviorB.YES!!!C.annoy or make worry repeatedly.D.hint clue out

QUESTION 182To which schedule does meperidine belong?

A. IIB. IIIC. IVD. V



meperidine (Demerol)

QUESTION 183What must be found on all controlled substance prescriptions?

A. Pharmacy DEA numberB. Physician's business license numberC. Physician's DEA number

D. Physician's license number.



Physician's DEA number


QUESTION 184How many 250mg capsules are needed to fill the following prescription? "Amoxicillin 500 mg tid for 10 d."

A. 20B. 40C. 60D. 80



QUESTION 185Which of the following medicaions if not a calcium channel blocker?

A. DiovanB. IsoptinC. PlendilD. Tiazac



QUESTION 186CORRECT TEXTThe Pharmacist has asked you to obtain a MedWatch for so s/he can report what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation

Explanation/Reference:An Adverse event regarding a drug

QUESTION 187CORRECT TEXTMedications for ophthalmic administration are usually available in what two ways?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Sterile isotonic drops or sterile ointment

QUESTION 188CORRECT TEXTWhat Class drug recall is the most serious?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Class I

QUESTION 189CORRECT TEXTIV's preprepared containing cytotoxic drugs are prepared in a(n) what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Biological safety cabinent

QUESTION 190CORRECT TEXTNovaldex or ________ is an anti-estrogen type medication that is often used in the treatment of breastcancer.

A.B.

C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Tamoxifin

QUESTION 191CORRECT TEXTTylenol No. 3 is actaminophen 325 mg. and codeine _____mg.

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:30 mg.

QUESTION 192CORRECT TEXTWhen using a class A prescription balance, the least weighable quantity is what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:120 mg.

QUESTION 193CORRECT TEXTThe form number for ordering Schedule II drugs is what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:DEA Form 222


Which drug can be used as a patch?-Nuprcanial ointment-clonidine-amoxicillin-vitamin C

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Clondine

QUESTION 195CORRECT TEXTHow much cough syrup will a patient take in 24 hours if the dose is two teaspoonfuls every six hours?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:40 mL

QUESTION 196CORRECT TEXTThe smallest gelatin capsule used for extemporaneous compounding is what size?

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 197CORRECT TEXTCoring can occur when what happens?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:The needle is not correctly inserted into the vile.

QUESTION 198CORRECT TEXTFurosemide or Lasix© is used as what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:A Diuretic

QUESTION 199CORRECT TEXTThe infusion rate of an IV is over 12 hours. The total exact volume is 800 ml. What would be the infusionrate in mls per minute?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:1.11 ml/minute

Topic 3, Question Set 3

QUESTION 200CORRECT TEXTYou have a 70% solution of dextrose. How many grams of dextrose is in 400 ml of this solution?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:280 grams


The standard pediatric dose for cefazolin is 20 mg/kg/day. The order is wriiten for 150 mg TID.The infant weighs 8 lbs. This dose is...?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Too high.


QUESTION 202CORRECT TEXTFederal law requires pharmacies to have available for inspection Copy 3 of the DEA form 222 for a periodof how many years?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:2 Years

QUESTION 203CORRECT TEXTAn IV order calls for the addition of 45 mEq of CaCo3(calcium carbonate). You have a 25 ml vial of CaCo34.4mEq/ml. How many mls of this concentrate do you need to add to this IV?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:10.2 ml.

QUESTION 204CORRECT TEXTIn this formula how much talc is needed to fill 120 grams? nupercainal ointment - 4%

zinc oxide - 20% talc - 2%

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:2400 mg

QUESTION 205CORRECT TEXTA bottle of nitoglycerin has the label strength of 1/200 grams. What would this strength be in milligrams?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:0.3 mg

QUESTION 206CORRECT TEXTA pharmacy wants to mark-up a product by thirty percent. How much would an item cost with this mark-up,if it's original cost was $4.50?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:$5.85

QUESTION 207CORRECT TEXTFederal law requires an exact inventory must be kept for what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:morphine sulfate

QUESTION 208CORRECT TEXTThe Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Provide information concerning hazardous substances.

QUESTION 209CORRECT TEXTHow much diluent do you need to add to 4 gm of powder to get a concentration of 500mg/ml?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:8 ml

QUESTION 210CORRECT TEXTWhat does DAW mean on a written prescription?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:The brand name is to be dispensed as written.

QUESTION 211CORRECT TEXTYour pharmacy has received a prescription for Ointment XYZ and is not available commercially. Theprescription is written for 30 g with 2 refills. According to the FDA guidelines, what is the largest amountyour pharmacy can compound when originally filling the prescription in anticipation of refills?

A.B.

C.D.


Explanation/Reference:90 g

QUESTION 212CORRECT TEXTThe last set of digits of the NDC aare indicative of what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:package size

QUESTION 213CORRECT TEXTThe approximate size container for the dispensing of 180 ml of liquid medication would be?

A. 12B. 6C. 4D. 2


Explanation/Reference:6 ounces

QUESTION 214CORRECT TEXTA patient asks whether he/she can take a certain medication with another one. As a pharmacy technician,what should you do?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Request the patient see the pharmacist for a consult.

QUESTION 215

CORRECT TEXTThe doctor writes: ii gtts OU bid. What does this mean?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Two drops in each eye twice a day.

QUESTION 216CORRECT TEXTInvestigational drugs are regulated by who?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:FDA

QUESTION 217CORRECT TEXTWhich of the following books is used for FDA's list of approved drug products?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Orange Book

QUESTION 218CORRECT TEXTPropranolol is the same as what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Inderal.


QUESTION 219CORRECT TEXTThiazide diuretics are used to do what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Manage the retention of water.

QUESTION 220CORRECT TEXTWhich Act deals with the issue of safety caps on prescription bottles?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:The Poison Prevention Act

QUESTION 221CORRECT TEXTAn example of a major drug-drug interaction would be..?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:warfarin-aspirin

QUESTION 222CORRECT TEXTThe appearance of crystals in mannitol injection would indicate that the product was...?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Was exposed to cold

QUESTION 223CORRECT TEXTHow many 30 mg KMNO4 (Potassium Permanganate) tablets are needed to make the following soluton?KMNO4 1:5000 600ml?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:4 tablets

QUESTION 224CORRECT TEXTDextrose 25% 1000ml is ordered. You have only dextrose 70% solution available. How much of thedextrose 70% solution and sterile water will you use to fill this order?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:357 ml dextrose 70% and 643 ml sterile water

QUESTION 225CORRECT TEXTA bottle of nitoglycerin has the label strength of 1/200 grams. What would this strength be in milligrams?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:0.3 mg

QUESTION 226CORRECT TEXTA pharmacy wants to mark-up a product by thirty percent. How much would an item cost with this mark-up,if it's original cost was $4.50?

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 227CORRECT TEXTFederal law requires an exact inventory must be kept for what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:morphine sulfate

QUESTION 228CORRECT TEXTThe Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Provide information concerning hazardous substances.

QUESTION 229CORRECT TEXTHow much diluent do you need to add to 4 gm of powder to get a concentration of 500mg/ml?

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 230CORRECT TEXTWhat does DAW mean on a written prescription?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:The brand name is to be dispensed as written.

QUESTION 231CORRECT TEXTYour pharmacy has received a prescription for Ointment XYZ and is not available commercially. Theprescription is written for 30 g with 2 refills. According to the FDA guidelines, what is the largest amountyour pharmacy can compound when originally filling the prescription in anticipation of refills?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:90 g

QUESTION 232CORRECT TEXTThe last set of digits of the NDC aare indicative of what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:package size

QUESTION 233CORRECT TEXTThe approximate size container for the dispensing of 180 ml of liquid medication would be?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:6 ounces

QUESTION 234CORRECT TEXTA patient asks whether he/she can take a certian medication with another one? As a pharmacy technician,what should you do?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Request the patient see the pharmacist for a consult.

QUESTION 235CORRECT TEXTThe doctor writes: ii gtts OU bid. What does this mean?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Two drops in each eye twice a day.

QUESTION 236CORRECT TEXTInvestigational drugs are regulated by who?

A.B.C.

D.


Explanation/Reference:FDA

QUESTION 237CORRECT TEXTWhich of the following books is used for FDA's list of approved drug products?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Orange Book

QUESTION 238CORRECT TEXTPropranolol is the same as what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Inderal.

QUESTION 239CORRECT TEXTThiazide diuretics are used to do what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Manage the retention of water.

QUESTION 240CORRECT TEXTWhich Act deals with the issue of safety caps on prescription bottles?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:The Poison Prevention Act

QUESTION 241CORRECT TEXTAn example of a major drug-drug interaction would be..?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:warfarin-aspirin

QUESTION 242CORRECT TEXTThe appearance of crystals in mannitol injection would indicate that the product was...?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Was exposed to cold.

QUESTION 243CORRECT TEXTHow many 30 mg KMNO4 (Potassium Permanganate) tablets are needed to make the following solution?KMNO4 1:5000 600ml?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:4 tablets

QUESTION 244CORRECT TEXTDextrose 25% 1000ml is ordered. You have only dextrose 70% solution available. How much of thedextrose 70% solution and sterile water will you use to fill this order?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:357 ml dextrose 70% and 643 ml sterile water

QUESTION 245CORRECT TEXTThe Occupational, Safety, Health Administration (OSHA) requires pharmacies to have Material Safety DataSheets for what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Each hazardous chemical used in the pharmacy.

QUESTION 246CORRECT TEXTOf the following group names, which one would be used for a cough?

-antihelmintics-antitussives-antihistamines-anticholinerginics

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:B

QUESTION 247CORRECT TEXTTobrex© ophthalmic ung refers to what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:An Ointment used for the eye


QUESTION 248CORRECT TEXTSuspending or thickening agents are added to suspensions to thicken the suspending medium and thesedimentation rate. Which of the following is not a suspending agent? -carboxymethylcellulose-tragacanth-acacia-bentonite

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:C

QUESTION 249CORRECT TEXTOral Polio Virus Vaccine (Poliovax©) should be stored in a temperature not to exceed 46 degreesFahrenheit. What is this temperature in Centigrade? **Use this formula: Centigrade = 5/9(Fahrenheitdegrees - 32 degrees)*

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:8 degrees C

QUESTION 250

CORRECT TEXTYou receive a prescription for amoxicillin 75 mg QID for ten days. How many mls of amoxicillin 250 mg/5mldo you need to fill this prescription to last the full ten days?

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 251CORRECT TEXTThe doctor writes for aminophylline 125 mg po QID x 10 days. You only have the solution 250/5 ml. Howmuch would be needed for one dose?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:1/2 teaspoonful

QUESTION 252CORRECT TEXTOf the following schedules, which one deals with drugs that have no medicinal use in the U.S and have ahigh abuse potential?

-Schedule I-Schedule II-Schedule III-Schedule IV

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:A

QUESTION 253CORRECT TEXTYou receive a prescription for sertraline (Zoloft©) qd x 30 days. What is sertraline?

A.

B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Antidepressent

QUESTION 254CORRECT TEXTAll aseptic manipulations in the laminar flow hood should be performed at least how many inches fromwithin the hood?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:6 inches within the hood

QUESTION 255CORRECT TEXTWhich auxiliary label would be used for a prescription for tetracycline 250 mg capsules?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Avoid Dairy Products and Antacids.

QUESTION 256CORRECT TEXTYou receive an order for kaopecttate 30 ml bid prn. How many tablespoonsful is one dose equal to?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:2 tablespoons

QUESTION 257CORRECT TEXTWhich of the following is a Schedule II Controlled Substance?

-diazepam-meperidine-pentazocine-propoxyphene

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 258CORRECT TEXTIf the manufacturer' expiration date for a drug is 12/08, the drug is considered acceptable to dispense untilwhich date?

-12/01/08-12/31/08-11/30/08-1/01/08

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 259CORRECT TEXTThe Roman Numerals XLII is equivalent to what?

A.B.C.D.




How many days will the following prescription last? Prozac© 10mg #120 Sig: 2 po BID

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:30 days

QUESTION 261CORRECT TEXTThe laminar flow hood should be left operating continuously. If it is turned off, it should not be used until ithas been running for at least how long?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Thirty Minutes

QUESTION 262CORRECT TEXTWhich auxiliary label would you use for this particular sig: ii gtts AU bid?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:For the ear

QUESTION 263CORRECT TEXTA dose is written for 5mg/kg every either hours for one day. The adult to take this medication weighs 145lbs. How much drug will be needed to fill this order?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation

Explanation/Reference:989 mg

QUESTION 264CORRECT TEXTHow much medication would be needed for the following order? Prednisone 10mg, on qid x 4days, on tid x2 days, one bid x 1 day then stop

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 265CORRECT TEXTBenzethidine is in DEA Schedule 1, meaning that benzethidine has/can what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Has no currently accepted medical use in the United States.

QUESTION 266CORRECT TEXTIn which controlled substance schedule is Tylenol© No. 2 classified?


A.B.C.D.



Schedule III

QUESTION 267CORRECT TEXTAssuming that one pint is equal to 473 ml, how many pints can be found in one liter?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:2.1 pints

QUESTION 268CORRECT TEXTLicensing and general professional oversight of pharmacists and pharmacies are carried out by who?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:State board of pharmacy

QUESTION 269CORRECT TEXTMost unit-dose systems provide each patient with a storage bin in which can be found a supply of drugs forhow long?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:twenty-four hours

QUESTION 270CORRECT TEXTThe first line of defence against infection/contamination of an IV product is what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:handwashing

QUESTION 271CORRECT TEXTHIPAA requires that..?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Privacyrules are observed for PHI

QUESTION 272CORRECT TEXTWhich of the following medications must be administered in a glass IV container?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:nitroglycerin

QUESTION 273CORRECT TEXTPreservative-free drugs must be used when drugs will be injected by which route of administration?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:intrathecal

QUESTION 274CORRECT TEXTThe two parts of the syringe that should not be touched are what parts?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:the tip and needle

QUESTION 275CORRECT TEXTThe sale of what medication is restricted by the Combat Methamphetamine Epidimic Act (CMEA)?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Claritin-D 24©

QUESTION 276CORRECT TEXTWhat is associated w/extreme photosensitivity?

A.B.C.D.

Correct Answer: Section: (none)Explanation

Explanation/Reference:Tetracycline

QUESTION 277CORRECT TEXTThe first five digits of the National Drug Code (NDC) number identifies the...what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Manufacturer

QUESTION 278CORRECT TEXTThe Orange Book provides information about what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Generic equivalents

QUESTION 279CORRECT TEXTFrom the following directions how many tablets should be despenced? 2 tabs po qig x 2 days, then 1 tab potiq x 2 days, then ss po bid x 2 days then dc.

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 280CORRECT TEXTWhat should the last digit be of this DEA number?AB431762_

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Five

QUESTION 281CORRECT TEXTAminosyn is an amino acid often used in TPN orders to provide protein for cellular repair and growth. Aphysician writes an order for aminosyn 2.5% 500ml. You only have aminosym 8.5% 500ml. How are yougoing to prepare this order using a sterile evacuated container?

A.B.C.

D.


Explanation/Reference:Add147 ml of aminosyn 8.5% and qs with sterile water to 500 ml

QUESTION 282CORRECT TEXTYou are to use 2.4 ml of diluent to reconstitute a vial of medication. What size of syringe should be used?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:3ml

QUESTION 283CORRECT TEXTThe use of isopropyl alcohol is important as a mean to prevent contamination of an IV product. Whatshould the minimum percent of isopropyl alcohol used be?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:70%

QUESTION 284CORRECT TEXTNitroglycerin is provided in a sublingual tablet. this means what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Tablet should be dissolved under the tongue.


The percentage or fraction of the administered dose of a drug that actually reaches systemic circulationand the rate at which this occurs is the drugs...

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:bioavailability.

QUESTION 286CORRECT TEXTThe type of formulary that allows the pharmacy to obtain all medications that are prescribed is a(an) what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Therapeutic equivalence

QUESTION 287CORRECT TEXTZantac, Tagamet and Pepcid are H2 blockers which are now available over-the-counter (OTC).What are these drugs used for?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Usedto inhibit stomach acid secretion

QUESTION 288CORRECT TEXTA "hospital borne" infection is also known as a _____________ infection.

A.B.C.D.


Explanation

Explanation/Reference:nosocomial

QUESTION 289CORRECT TEXTOf the following drug recalls, which one is the most important in that all parties involved in the dispensing ofa prescription

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Drug Recall I

QUESTION 290CORRECT TEXTOf the following drug recalls, which one is the most important in that all parties involved in the dispensing ofa prescription (doctor, pharmacy and patient) must be notified due to the drugs potential or serious harm?

-Drug Recall I-Drug Recall II-Drug Recall III-Drug Recall IV

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:A

QUESTION 291CORRECT TEXTThe pharmacist should be alerted if a petient is allergia to codeine and prescribed what instead?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Robitussin AC.

QUESTION 292CORRECT TEXTA prescription for amoxicillin 250 mg #30 has a usual and customary price of $8.49. The acquisition cost ofamoxicillin 250mg #30 is $2.02. What is the gross profit?

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 293CORRECT TEXTA senior citizen is pay for a prescription for penicillin VK 250 mg #30. The usual and customary price is#8.49. However this patient qualifies for a 10% discount. How much does the patient pay?

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 294CORRECT TEXTA medication use to reduce a fever is called an what?

A.B.C.D.


Explanation/Reference:Antipyretic

QUESTION 295CORRECT TEXTA prescription is written for Septra Suspension 240 ml 1 teaspoonful h.s. + 1 refill. The insurance plan hasa 34-day supply limitation. How many ml can be dispensed using the insurance plan guidelines?

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 296CORRECT TEXTA prescription is written for Albuterol Inhaler: Dispense 2 inhalers of 17gm, 2 puffs q.i.d. What is the dayssupply if there are 200 metered doeses in each inhaler?

A.B.C.D.



QUESTION 297CORRECT TEXTA prescription is written for humulin N U-100 insulin 10 ml, 40 units daily. What is the days supply?

A. 7B. 14.5C. 12D. 3




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