1.
A drug is defined as :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. Article or substance recognized in the USP, NF or HUSP
B. Used to diagnose, cure, prevent, treat diseases in humans or animals
C. Articles which is not food intended to affect the structure and function of the body
Explanation
Nutraceutical is a dietary supplement not a USP identified drug to treat or prevent any diseases
2.
A drug order is an order written in a hospital or healthcare institution which is signed by a legal recognized practitioner and is reduced to writing. A drug order is the same as a prescription.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
A drug order is not the same as a prescription but aside from that the rest of the statement is true.
3.
What statements about a device are true :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. An instrument, apparatus that is recognized in the USP, NF or HUSP
B. Used to diagnose, cure, prevent, treat diseases in humans or animals
C. It is not a drug but may facilitate the use of a drug
D. An example of a device is an X-ray machine or scissors
Explanation
They are regulated by the FDA not the DEA
4.
Which of the following statements about a legend drug is true :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
B. They are obtained with a prescription only
C. Are labeled Rx only
D. They require supervion hence they are located behind the counter
Explanation
Legend drugs are medications that can only be obtained with a prescription from a healthcare professional. They are labeled as "Rx only" to indicate that they require a prescription. Additionally, legend drugs often require supervision and are located behind the counter in pharmacies to ensure safe and appropriate use.
5.
All of the following are practioners recognized by the state of IN and able to prescribe legend drugs :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. Optometrist
B. Dentist
C. Physician
D. Physicians assistant
E. Podiatrist
G. Veterinarian
Explanation
The question asks for practitioners recognized by the state of IN who are able to prescribe legend drugs. Optometrists, dentists, physicians, physician assistants, podiatrists, and veterinarians are all recognized by the state of IN and have the authority to prescribe legend drugs. The other options, homeopathic and English professor PhD, are not recognized practitioners who can prescribe legend drugs.
6.
Optometrist can prescribe the following drugs and is with in their rights of practice :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
B. Topicals related to eye care
C. Oral antibiotics
D. Oral antihistamines
F. An out of state optometrist prescription is not valid in Indiana
Explanation
Optometrist cant prescribe controlled substances
7.
What is true about the prectice and rights of an Advance Nurse Practitioner (ANP) :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. Out of state ANPs prescriptions are not recognized in Indiana
B. They can prescribe CS but have to be registered with DEA and their DEA # will begin with an M (instead of the usual A or B)
C. ANP must appear on the prescription and be in colaboration with another DO or MD to prescribe
Explanation
ANPs may not work for veterinarians or other nurses
8.
What is in the legal practice and rights of a pharmacy Intern :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. Counseling or advising patients about their medications
B. Anything to do with filling, compounding or dispensing
C. Anything to do with DURs and Drug regimen reviews
D. Participate in drug related research
E. Obtaining drug histories and patient drug records
Explanation
A pharmacy intern is involved in various legal practices and rights related to pharmacy. This includes counseling or advising patients about their medications, filling, compounding, and dispensing medications, conducting DURs and drug regimen reviews, participating in drug-related research, and obtaining drug histories and patient drug records. These responsibilities are within the scope of practice for a pharmacy intern and are considered legal activities that they are authorized to perform.
9.
What is true about a prescription :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. It is for an Rx and should only be for one person
B. Should have the name and the address of the patient
C. Must have the name of the drug and strength of the medication
D. Quantity of drug to be dispensed
E. Date of issue
F. Directions of use can be use as directed indicated by the physician
G. Signature of the authorized practitioner
Explanation
The physician may write whatever directions he intends as long as its not harmful of out of the scope of his or her practice. However the insurance may not cover that sig but thats a different story.
10.
What is true about the IN board of pharmacy :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. Consist of 7 members and all are pharmacist
B. One of these pharmacist must be practicing as a hospital pharmacist
C. One member must not be a pharmacist
D. All members are appointed by the governor for a 4 yr term
E. No more than 4 board members can be from the same political party
G. The board must meet no fewer than 8 times a year
H. A vote greater than 4 puts the request in motion
I. No person who is full-time or staff of a college of pharmacy may be on the board
Explanation
The board of pharmacy consist of 7 members but only 6 are pharmacist. The board members must be in good standing and have an active licence. I would steer towards the black and white in the exam.
11.
What is true about the power and statues of the board of pharmacy :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. The board may establish tests or exam requirements for pharmacy licences
B. The board may remove any drug from being dispensed in that state if it deems it a danger to others
C. The board is responsible for mandating the regulations and rules which have to be observed by pharmacist
Explanation
The Governor is not involved in the delegation of any duty from the board (I tried to make it sound like BS)
12.
A phamacist that is reported to the pharmacist recovery network (PRN) is not reported to the board of pharmacy if they adhere to written agreements.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The goal of the PRN is to promote health and well-being and not punishment. If the pharmacist poses to be a danger to the general public then punishment is necessary for rehabilitation.
13.
What is true about the renewal of a pharmacy licence :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. The pahrmacist licence expires July 1st of even numbered years
B. A pharmacy permit expires on odd numbered years on Dec 31st
C. The Board is responsible for sending bills to you for the renewal of your pharmacy licence
Explanation
Most licence renewals are electronic.
14.
What is true about experience hours and professional continuing education :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. Experience for an intern is not credited until the persons are registered with the board of pharmacy
B. Your preceptor can be an MD
E. The minimum amount of approved hours recognized by the board is 4 hour in a work week
Explanation
Exeprience obtained at the VA is now approved by the board. The maximum amount of hours approved by the board per week is 40.
15.
A student 18yrs old, that was arrested for a DUI and convicted of this charge 2 years ago while in pharmacy school will be able to get his pharmacy licence in Indiana
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The state requires the person to be at least 18yrs old with no previous felony convictions. There might be exceptions to the rule but this is what is stated.
16.
What is true about a pharmacy licence :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. A score transfer is when a person becomes licensed in both states and done before the NAPLEX is taken.
B. All persons wanting to practice pharmacy in Indian must take the IN MPJE
C. Reciprocity allows a licensed pharmacist to practice in another state they are not originally licensed in
Explanation
Licence transfer is not the same as a score transfer but is when they are already licensed in another state but have their original licence moved to Indiana and then are subject to the boards regulations and rules.
17.
What is true about CE credits for Indiana :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. The CE two year period begins on Jan 1st of the even year
C. 30 hours are required per biennial period which comes out to be 1.25 CEs per month
D. 1/5 of CE hours can be related to management and computer classes. However, if recently licensed in the middle of the year within IN the pharmacist can only do 1/5 of the new expected CE credits.
E. Minimum of CE credit hours beginning from a full biennial year must be pharmacy related is 24 hours and likewise a maximum of 1/5 of CE hours can be in business management or computer related
F. A new pharmacist registered in August 2011 will have no CE requirements till the next biennial period (six month grace period)
G. A person must retain CE credit hour documents (certificate of completion) for 4 years in the time they apply (some docs up to six yrs old)
Explanation
CE credits are deemed per month and when the pharmacist is licensed latter in the biennial year the expected CE credits will be less than someone who has been practicing in IN from the start of the biennial year (1/5 of expected CEs can be deemed from where the pharmacist begins with in that period ).
18.
The date your pharmacy license expires is June 30th of every even year.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because it clearly states that the pharmacy license expires on June 30th of every even year. This means that the license is valid for two years, starting from the date it is issued, and it needs to be renewed before June 30th of the next even year to maintain its validity.
19.
A pharmacist may divulge confidentiality information about a patient in what circumstance Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. Best interest of the patient
B. When the board requests that information
D. An intern can be brought before the board for improper breach of confidentiality
Explanation
The pharmacist is the only one that can divulge information to the board or proper authority.. not a technician
20.
Pharmacist in Indiana can only fill a prescription that is from out of state when it is written by an MD, DO, DMD, and DVM
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
ODs, PAs and ANP are excluded
21.
AA pharmacist may refuse to fill a prescription in the following situations :Do not mark anything that is false
Correct Answer(s)
A. If the pharmacist believes the patient is selling their lortab
B. If the directions appear to be harmful
D. If the patient is threatening a technician
E. As long as it is done out of good faith
Explanation
The pharmacist may refuse to fill a prescription if they believe the patient is selling their lortab, if the directions appear to be harmful, if the patient is threatening a technician, or as long as it is done out of good faith.
22.
Each type of pharmacy needs to obtain a permit for the type of dispensing it does from the board of pharmacy. For example, Mail order pharmacy cannot dispense any medication except through the mail.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because it states that each type of pharmacy needs to obtain a permit for the type of dispensing it does from the board of pharmacy. It also gives an example of a mail order pharmacy, stating that it can only dispense medication through the mail. This implies that the statement is accurate and true.
23.
Drug Regime Review includes which of the following?
Correct Answer(s)
A. Retrospective review
B. Concurrent review
C. Prospective review
Explanation
Drug Regime Review includes retrospective review, concurrent review, and prospective review. Retrospective review involves evaluating the appropriateness and effectiveness of drug therapy after it has been administered. Concurrent review involves monitoring drug therapy in real-time to ensure it is safe and effective. Prospective review involves assessing drug therapy before it is administered to ensure it is appropriate and safe for the patient. These three types of reviews help ensure that drug therapy is optimized and patient outcomes are improved.
24.
Under Indiana Pharmacy Law, any pharmacist initiated the unauthorized refill may not be for more than the minimum amount necessary to supply the patient through the prescribing practitioner's next business day. However, a pharmacist may dispense a drug in an amount greater than the minimum amount necessary to supply the patient through the prescribing practitioner's next business day if... The drug is packaged in a form that requires the pharmacist to dispense the drug in a quantity greater than the minimum amount necessary to supply the patient through the prescribing practitioner's next business day.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
According to Indiana Pharmacy Law, a pharmacist may dispense a drug in a quantity greater than the minimum amount necessary if the drug is packaged in a form that requires it. Therefore, the statement is true.
25.
What should a pharmacist do if he/she receives a paper or oral prescription that was originally transmitted electronically to the pharmacy?
Correct Answer(s)
A. He pharmacist must check the pharmacy records to ensure that the electronic version was not received and the prescription was not dispensed.
B. If both prescriptions were received, the pharmacist must mark one as void.
C. The pharmacy is responsible for verifying that the prescription was not received electronically and that no controlled substances were dispensed pursuant to the electronic prescription prior to filling the paper prescription.
Explanation
If a pharmacist receives a paper or oral prescription that was originally transmitted electronically to the pharmacy, they should first check the pharmacy records to make sure that the electronic version was not already received and the prescription was not dispensed. If both prescriptions were received, the pharmacist must mark one as void. The pharmacy is responsible for verifying that the prescription was not received electronically and that no controlled substances were dispensed based on the electronic prescription before filling the paper prescription. The pharmacist should not fill the paper prescription until these verifications are made.
26.
Schedule II controlled prescriptions for patients in a LTCF or patients with a medical diagnosis documenting a terminal illness can be partially filled and are valid for a period not to exceed:
Correct Answer
A. 60 days from the date filled
Explanation
Schedule II controlled prescriptions for patients in a LTCF (Long-Term Care Facility) or patients with a medical diagnosis documenting a terminal illness can be partially filled and are valid for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date filled. This means that the prescription can be filled in multiple installments over a period of up to 60 days, after which it will no longer be valid. This allows for flexibility in providing medication to patients in these specific circumstances, while still ensuring appropriate control and monitoring of Schedule II medications.
27.
Which of the following statements are TRUE regarding after-hour cabinets?
Correct Answer(s)
A. After-hour cabinets shall only be used in the absence of a pharmacist.
B. When medication is removed from the cabinet or enclosure, written physician’s orders authorizing the removal of the medication shall be placed in the cabinet or enclosure.
C. A log shall be maintained within the cabinet or enclosure and authorized personnel removing medication shall indicate on the log the signature of the authorized personnel removing the medication, name of the medication removed, the strength (if applicable), the quantity removed and the time of removal.
Explanation
The correct answer is a combination of statements that are true regarding after-hour cabinets. After-hour cabinets should only be used when there is no pharmacist present. When medication is taken from the cabinet, written physician's orders must be placed in the cabinet authorizing the removal. Additionally, a log should be maintained within the cabinet, where authorized personnel indicate their signature, the name of the medication, strength (if applicable), quantity, and time of removal. The statement that only the physician can remove the cabinet drugs is false, as authorized personnel can remove them as long as they follow the proper procedures.
28.
A pharmacy must register as a distributor if it distributes more than: 5 % of all controlled substances to another registrant within 1 year period
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
If a pharmacy distributes more than 5% of all controlled substances to another registrant within a 1-year period, it must register as a distributor. This means that if the pharmacy is responsible for a significant portion of controlled substance distribution, it is required to register as a distributor to ensure proper regulation and monitoring of these substances.
29.
According to Indiana State Pharmacy Law, the prescription record should be kept on file for how many years
Correct Answer
A. 2 yrs
Explanation
According to Indiana State Pharmacy Law, prescription records should be kept on file for a period of 2 years. This means that pharmacists and pharmacies in Indiana are required to maintain records of prescriptions for at least 2 years. This is important for record-keeping purposes, as well as for ensuring patient safety and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
30.
The data processing system shall have the capacity to produce a daily hard-copy printout of all original prescriptions dispensed and refilled. This hard-copy printout shall contain all of the following information EXCEPT:
Correct Answer
C. Date of issue
Explanation
The data processing system is required to produce a daily hard-copy printout of all original prescriptions dispensed and refilled. This printout should include the patient's name, address, date of issue, unique ID # for each prescription, date of dispensing, and prescriber's name. The only information that should not be included in the printout is the date of issue.
31.
Controlled substances prescriptions issued by a D.O in adjoining states to Indiana or other states are considered valid prescriptions if the practitioner issuing the prescription has a current and valid Drug Enforcement Administration certificate registration number.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that according to the statement, prescriptions for controlled substances issued by a D.O in adjoining states to Indiana or other states are considered valid if the practitioner has a current and valid Drug Enforcement Administration certificate registration number. This means that as long as the D.O has the necessary certification, their prescriptions for controlled substances are recognized and accepted as valid, regardless of the state they are issued in. Therefore, the answer is true.
32.
A registration as a pharmacist intern is valid for one (1) year and may be renewed by the Board for an additional year until the expiration date established by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency and is is actively enrolled in a school of pharmacy accredited by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The statement is true because a registration as a pharmacist intern is valid for one year and can be renewed for an additional year by the Board. This renewal is possible until the expiration date set by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. Additionally, the pharmacist intern must be actively enrolled in a school of pharmacy accredited by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education.
33.
In Indiana, inventory records must be maintained for a period of at least _______ years. (1,2,3,4,5...)
Correct Answer
2
Explanation
In Indiana, inventory records must be maintained for a period of at least 2 years. This means that businesses in Indiana are required to keep records of their inventory for a minimum of 2 years. This allows for proper documentation and tracking of inventory for auditing purposes and compliance with state regulations.
34.
If the prescription is for an animal, the prescription shall state the name of the animal, species of animal for which the drug is prescribed and the full name and address of the owner of the animal.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
No animal name is needed