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PTCB Questions
questions on dispensing, drug information, and pharmacy operations
Question | Answer |
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Which drug classification should not be taken with potassium-sparing diuretics | ACE Inhibitors |
Which vitamin deficiency results in rickets | Vitamin D |
How many refills may a physician order for a Schedule II drug | None |
What do the three sets of numbers in an NDC number reflect | Drug manufacturer, drug product, and package size |
How often should an inventory of controlled substance be taken | Every 2 years |
Which reference book contains the USP and NF drug standards and dispensing requirements | The Drug Topics Orange Book |
Which schedule contains the combination product oxycodone + acetaminophen | Schedule II |
What vitamin will increase the blood coagulation of a patient taking Coumadin | Vitamin K |
How many days does a pharmacy have to fill a prescription of Accutane (Vitmain A) | 7 days |
Who makes notations and signs medication administration records (MARs) in an institution | Nurses |
What is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule IV drug | Five |
What vitamin deficiency may result in scurvy | Vitamin C |
What is the generic name for Lodine | Etodolac |
What classification of medications may yield side effects such as dry eyes, dry mouth, or difficult urination or defecation | Anticholinergics |
What rating indicates that a drug is contraindicated in pregnancy | X |
What is not found in a total nutrient admixture | Protein |
What system does tuberculosis affect | Respiratory |
Where would meperidine be stored in the pharmacy | In the pharmacy safe |
What is the maximum number of refills allowed on Accutane prescriptions | None |
What process occurs when a drug blocks the activity of metabolic enzymes in the liver | Inhibition |
Which method of administration is used to provide medication to an unconscious patient | Parenteral |
How often should a patient change his or her Catapres TTS patch | Weekly |
What is the generic name for Percocet | Acetaminophen + oxycodone |
Which law is being violated if an employer descriminates against a potential employee because of medical reasons that would not prevent him or her from properly performing the job | ADA |
What is another term for hyperalimenation | TPN |
What is the primary source of medication for community pharmacies | Manufacturers and wholesalers |
What is the generic name for Avapro | Irbesartan |
Who develops the formulary for a hospital | Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee |
What medication should be dispensed to a pregnant woman with hypertension | Methyldopa |
What does "qsad" mean on a prescription | A sufficient quantity to make |
New OTC drugs are required to go through phases. Which phase occurs when a final review is done on the ingredients of the agent in question and the public is able to give feedback | Phase II |
What reference book is the official compendium of pharmaceutical products in the US | USP-NF |
How long must controlled substance records be retained according to federal law | 2 years |
What gland influences water balance, body temperature, appetite, and emotions | Hypothalamus |
Which pharmacy law clearly defined adulteration and misbranding | Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act of 1938 |
What is the name of the company that administers drug benefit programs | PBM |
Which of the following agencies is responsible for approving hospitals for Medicaid reimbursement | HCFA |
What will occur if a patient is taking both nitrates/sildenafil | Hypotension |
What are the 2 most commonly used floor stock WP's | D5W & 0.9% NS |
How much codeine is contained in 1 tablet of Tylenol #3 | 1/2 gr |
What organization would an individual report a medical error | State board of pharmacy |
What type of medication is infused by PCA | Analgesics |
What would be the ROA for Mycelex troches | Buccal |
What antiplatelet medication must be administered parenterally | Abciximab |
What type of balance is required in all pharmacies | Class A |
What dosage form releases carbon dioxide when it comes in contact with a liquid such as water | Effervescent salts |
What standards much be followed during extemporaneous compounding | GMP |
What medication is used as an antidote for heparin | Protamine Sulfate |
What process is used in compounding a product in which one begins with the most potent drug, adds the next quantity of drug, and so on until used | Geometric Dilution |
What dosage form contains small pellets or beads | Spansules |
Maxzide is to tablet as Dyazide is to ______ | Capsule |
Generic name for Patanol | Olopatadine |
Generic name for Zyprexa | Olanzapine |
What product is used to treat menopause/PMS | Black Cohosh |
What size bottle should be dispensed when using 150ml syrup | 6 oz. bottle |
AAC stands for | Acutal acquisition cost |
What reference book is a compilation of package inserts | Physicians Desk Reference |
What is the saline content for hypertonic saline solution | 0.03 |
What type of medication are DOS & DSS | Laxative agents |
What temperature is considered room temperature (in Celcius) | 15 - 30 degrees |