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ExCPT notes 1
Regulations in the Pharmacy
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which of the following laws requires pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to keep patient information confidential? | Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) |
| What is the maximum allowable number of refills for a Schedule 3 controlled substance prescription? | 5 refills within 6 months- Schedule 3-4 can be refilled up to 5 times within a 6-month period from the date it was issue. |
| A pharmacy technician is tasked with identifying medications that are considered hazardous. Which regulatory agency establishes guidelines for handling hazardous drugs? | The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) |
| The Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) limits the purchase of pseudoephedrine to: | 3.6 grams per day and 9 grams per month |
| A prescriber issues a prescription for fentanyl. Under federal law, this prescription: | Must be written and cannot be refilled- Narcotics cannot be refilled under any circumstances. |