PTCB Practice Exam 2
What does the term "overhead" refer to in business? A. All of the costs associated with a business B. Ceilings C. Inventory D. Payroll
A. All of the costs associated with a business
Which of the following is defined as a report summarizing all items that were not purchased on bid? A. 80/20 report B. Compliance report C. PAR report D. Velocity report
B. Compliance report
An IV line has been ordered for a patient, and it is to be administered at 14:00 hours. What time is that using standard time? A. 2 am B. 12 pm C. 2 pm D. 4 pm
C. 2 pm
How long must controlled substance records be retained according to federal law? A. 6 months B. 1 year C. 2 years D. 7 years
C. 2 years
Which of the following agencies is responsible for approving hospitals for Medicaid reimbursement? A. BOP B. DPH C. HCFA D. TJC
C. HCFA
Which of the following is not an input device for a computer? A. Bar code technology B. Keyboard C. Printer D. Touch screen applications
C. Printer
Which of the following is a disadvantage of automation? A. A minimum number of prescriptions must be filled daily to be cost effective. B. It allows pharmacist to provide clinical skills to patients and reduce the amount of time checking prescriptions. C. It is capable of counting and prefilling containers of medication. D. It leads to improved efficiency and accuracy in prescription filling and dispensing.
A. A minimum number of prescriptions must be filled daily to be cost effective.
A hospital may adopt for specific medications, such as antibiotics, an automatic stop-order policy that requires a physician to reorder the medication after a predetermined period. Which of the following is an acronym for this process? A. ASO B. ASOP C. Autostop D. Stop
A. ASO
Which of the following terms refers to the price a pharmacy pays for a drug after all discounts and shipping costs have been applied? A. Actual acquisition cost (AAC) B. Average wholesale price (AWP) C. Discounted price D. Premium
A. Actual acquisition cost (AAC)
Which step in the processing of a prescription will inform the pharmacy that a prescription claim has been rejected? A. Adjudication B. Counseling C. Entering information into the computer D. Translating the prescription
A. Adjudication
Which of the following patients must have a patient profile? A. All patients B. All new patients C. All patients who have transferred prescriptions into a pharmacy D. All patients receiving controlled substance prescriptions
A. All patients
Which of the following medications is not identified as a "high-alert medication" by the ISMP? A. Amoxicillin B. Heparin C. Metformin D. Propranolol
A. Amoxicillin
What does the abbreviation "hs" mean on a prescription? A. At bedtime B. Hours C. House D. None of the above
A. At bedtime
Which of the following medications may be used to minimize the side effects of antipsychotics? A. Benztropine B. Olanzapine C. Prednisone D. Propranolol
A. Benztropine
Which organization replaced the HCFA? A. CMS B. DEA C. FDA D. TJC
A. CMS
Which of the following is an example of an automated dispensing system? A. Centralized system B. Modernized system C. Process control devices D. All of the above
A. Centralized system
Which of the following is not a medical doctor? A. Chiropractor B. Ophthalmologist C. Psychiatrist D. Veterinarian
A. Chiropractor
What term describes the willingness of the patient to take a drug in the amounts and on schedule as prescribed? A. Compliance B. Ease of administration C. First-pass effect D. Second-pass effect
A. Compliance
What does the "tall man" list issued by the ISMP and the FDA highlight? A. Dissimilarities in drug names B. Dissimilarities in nonproprietary drug names C. Dissimilarities in proprietary drug names D. Similarities in drug names
A. Dissimilarities in drug names
Which of the following would be found on a hospital medication order but not on a retail prescription? A. Dosage schedule B. Drug name C. Drug strength D. Patient name
A. Dosage schedule
What form must be submitted to the DEA to destroy controlled substances? A. Form 41 B. Form 49 C. Form 224 D. Form 225
A. Form 41
What is the direction for airflow in a horizontal laminar airflow hood? A. From the back of the hood to the front B. From the bottom of the hood to the top C. From the front of the hood to the back D. From the top of the hood to the bottom
A. From the back of the hood to the front
What type of mortar and pestle should be used in mixing liquid compounds? A. Glass B. Latex C. Porcelain D. Wedgwood
A. Glass
What does IV mean? A. Intravenous B. Intravenous piggyback C. Intravenous push D. Involuntary
A. Intravenous
Which of the following standard development organizations has developed and maintained standards for each step in the prescribing process? A. NCPDP B. SCRIPT C. PSTAC D. All of the above
A. NCPDP
What is the study of the action of drugs within the body, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion? A. Pharmacokinetics B. Pharmacology C. Pharmacopoeia D. Pharmacy
A. Pharmacokinetics
What are the four elements of medical and pharmaceutical nomenclature? A. Prefixes, suffixes, root words, and combining vowels B. Prefixes, suffixes, key words, and combining vowels C. Prefixes, suffixes, key words and combining consonants D. Prefixes, suffixes, root words, and combining consonants
A. Prefixes, suffixes, root words, and combining vowels
What type of pharmacy literature provides the original reports of scientific, clinical, technical, and administrative research projects? A. Primary B. Secondary C. Tertiary D. None of the above
A. Primary
What is the meaning of SDS? A. Safety Data Sheets B. Material Sterile Delivery System C. Miscellaneous Secondary Drug Supplier D. Morphine sulfate depot system
A. Safety Data Sheets
How would a prescriber write a prescription for "Zolpidem 5 mg at bedtime as needed"? A. Zolpidem 5 mg q hs prn B. Zolpidem 5 mg q hs ad C. Zolpidem 5 mg q 9 PM ad. lib. D. Zolpidem 5 mg q hs qs
A. Zolpidem 5 mg q hs prn
How many times may a controlled substance with five refills be transferred to another pharmacy? A. 0 times B. 1 time C. 5 times D. 6 times
B. 1 time
The infusion rate of an IV is over a 12-hour period. The total exact volume is 800 mL. What would be the infusion rate in mL/min? A. 0.56 mL/min B. 1.11 mL/min C. 2.7 mL/min D. None of the above
B. 1.11 mL/min
What is the maximum number of different items that may be ordered on a Form 222? A. 5 B. 10 C. 15 D. 20
B. 10
You have been asked to prepare 20 mL of a drug dilution of 50 mg/mL from a stock solution of 2 g/5 mL. How many milliliters of diluent will be needed? A. 2.5 B. 17.5 C. 140 D. 160
B. 17.5
Which of the following antiviral agents is used in the prophylaxis of influenza A? A. Acyclovir B. Amantadine C. Cidofovir D. Vidarabine
B. Amantadine
What does ASHP mean? A. American Schools of Health Practices B. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists C. American Society of Hospital Pharmacists D. Association of Specialty Health Practitioners
B. American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
On a patient's chart, what does the acronym "BS" mean? A. Body surface B. Blood sugar C. Bloody solutions D. Bloody stools
B. Blood sugar
Which of the following did TRICARE replace? A. BCBSA B. CHAMPUS C. CHAMPVA D. Workers Compensation
B. CHAMPUS
Acetaminophen with codeine is classified in what drug schedule? A. CII B. CIII C. CIV D. CV
B. CIII
Which of the following is not an example of drug duplication? A. Aldactone and Coreg B. Calan and Isoptin C. Coumadin and Zetia D. Dyazide and Vasotec
B. Calan and Isoptin
Which of the following organizations administers Medicare? A. Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) B. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) C. Health and Human Services (HHS) D. Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA)
B. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
Which of the following medications is the generic name for Biaxin? A. Azithromycin B. Clarithromycin C. Dirithromycin D. Erythromycin ethylsuccinate
B. Clarithromycin
Which classification of drug recall occurs if the patient experiences a reversible side effect? A. Class I B. Class II C. Class III D. Class IV
B. Class II
Which DEA form is used to report a theft of controlled substances? A. DEA Form 41 B. DEA Form 106 C. DEA Form 222 D. DEA Form 224
B. DEA Form 106
What is the correct meaning for signa in the following prescription: "Timoptic 0.25% 15 mL, i gtt ou bid"? A. Instill 1 drop in each ear twice per day. B. Instill 1 drop in each eye twice per day. C. Instill 1 drop in left eye twice per day. D. Instill 1 drop in left ear twice per day.
B. Instill 1 drop in each eye twice per day.
Which of the following describes the system approach to medication errors? A. It holds the individual(s) involved in the error responsible for the error. B. It involves analyzing, categorizing, and evaluating the error to develop processes and procedures to prevent the error form occurring again. C. It warns the entire the entire pharmacy department when an error occurs. D. It resolves the issue as soon as possible.
B. It involves analyzing, categorizing, and evaluating the error to develop processes and procedures to prevent the error form occurring again.
Which of the following is not an example of a decentralized automated dispensing system? A. McKesson Acudose-Rx B. McKesson Robot-RXD C. Omnicell SureMed D. Pyxis MedStation
B. McKesson Robot-RXD
What does the pharmacy abbreviation MDI mean? A. Measured density of intestines B. Metered-dose inhaler C. Measured-dose insulin D. Mild diabetes insipidus
B. Metered-dose inhaler
What type of unit-dose system is referred to as a punch card, a bingo card, or a blister pack? A. Blended unit-dose system B. Modified unit-dose system C. Modular cassette D. Multiple medication packages
B. Modified unit-dose system
Who makes notations and signs medication administration records (MARs) in an institution? A. Doctors B. Nurses C. Pharmacists D. Pharmacy technicians
B. Nurses
By what route should Phenergan 25 mg suppository be taken? A. PO B. PR C. SL D. TOP
B. PR
What is the trade name for guaifenesin? A. Benadryl B. Robitussin C. Tessalon D. Tussionex
B. Robitussin
A manufacturer's invoice totals $500.00 with the term 3% net. How much should be remitted to the manufacturer if it is paid in 30 days? A. $15.00 B. $150.00 C. $485.00 D. $500.00
C. $485.00
A pharmacy technician receives a prescription to make 4 oz of a 10% solution and has a 25% stock solution on hand. How much diluent will be added to fill this prescription? A. 7.2 mL B. 48 mL C. 72 mL D. 300 mL
C. 72 mL
Which of the following is the generic name for Percocet? A. Acetaminophen + codeine B. Acetaminophen + hydrocodone C. Acetaminophen + oxycodone D. Acetaminophen + propoxyphene
C. Acetaminophen + oxycodone
Which of the following is not a reason to return medications to the warehouse or manufacturer? A. Drug damaged during delivery B. Drug expired C. Drug incorrectly reconstituted D. Drug recall
C. Drug incorrectly reconstituted
Why is it important to follow the procedures of an institution? A. Following procedures will result in a promotion. B. Following procedures will result in a pay increase. C. Following procedures will prevent errors from occurring in a pharmacy. D. The PTCB and State Boards of Pharmacy follow up with pharmacy technicians to ensure that they are following procedures. Failure to follow procedures may result in either a suspension or revocation of certification.
C. Following procedures will prevent errors from occurring in a pharmacy.
What auxiliary label should be included on a container of medication that has the following signa: "i gtt os bid"? A. For external use B. For the ear C. For the eye D. Use rectally
C. For the eye
Where should used needles be placed after use? A. In a biohazard container B. In a red plastic bag C. In a sharps container D. With normal trash
C. In a sharps container
Which of the following auxiliary labels would not be appropriate for a prescription of sulfasalazine? A. Avoid sunlight B. Drink plenty of water C. Keep refrigerated D. May discolor urine
C. Keep refrigerated
What body organ would be affected by hepatotoxicity? A. Intestines B. Kidneys C. Liver D. Thyroid
C. Liver
Which two drug classifications should not be taken together? A. TCAs and MAOIs B. TCAs and SSRIs C. MAOIs and SSRIs D. TCAs and lithium
C. MAOIs and SSRIs
Which of the following is the primary source of medication for community pharmacies? A. Chain pharmacy warehouses B. GPOs C. Manufacturers and wholesalers D. Store-to-store vendors
C. Manufacturers and wholesalers
Which of the following drugs is not a selective 5-HT receptor agonist used to treat migraine headaches? A. Imitrex B. Maxalt C. Midrin D. Zomig
C. Midrin
Which of the following terms refers to the requirements that patients, providers, or institutions must meet before the insurance company will approve diagnostic testing, hospital admissions, or inpatient or outpatient surgical procedures? A. Coordination of benefits B. Eligibility C. Preauthorization D. Waiting period
C. Preauthorization
Which of the following medications would be used prophylactically in the treatment of migraine headaches? A. Butorphanol B. Maxalt C. Propranolol D. Sumatriptan
C. Propranolol
Which of the following forms is associated with hazardous materials? A. DEA Form 106 B. IND C. SDS D. PPI
C. SDS
Which of the following orders calls for receiving a specific drug at a specified time each day? A. ASAP order B. prn order C. Standing order D. STAT order
C. Standing order
What is the meaning of the Latin abbreviation "Rx" on a prescription? A. Insigna B. Sig C. Take D. Write on label
C. Take
How much dextrose does 1 L of D10W contain? A. 10 mg B. 100 mg C. 1 g D. 100 g
D. 100 g
You have received a prescription for amoxicillin 500 mg po. The patient is unable to chew or swallow capsules or tablets. How many milliliters should be given in each dose if the concentration is 125 mg/5 mL? A. 5 B. 10 C. 15 D. 20
D. 20
What would be the infusion rate for a 50 mg/mL magnesium sulfate solution to provide 1.2 g/hr? A. 0.4 mL/hr B. 2.5 mL/hr C. 20 mL/hr D. 24 mL/hr
D. 24 mL/hr
You have a 10% solution of dextrose. How many grams of dextrose are in 500 mL of this solution? A. 50 mg B. 500 mg C. 5000 mg D. 50 g
D. 50 g
Which of the following can be accessed through the pharmacy terminal? A. Drug Facts and Comparisons B. MEDLINE C. Physicians' Desk Reference D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Which of the following can be done using pharmacy automation? A. Compounding medications B. Dispensing medications C. Distributing medications D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Which of the following does HIPAA require covered entities to do? A. Create privacy practices that are appropriate for the services offered. B. Educate employees about privacy practices. C. Have a privacy official oversee the privacy practices. D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Which of the following is a criterion for a drug to be placed on the ISMP's "do not crush" list? A. Enteric-coated tablet B. Film-coated tablet C. Skin irritant D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Which of the following is a goal of inventory management? A. Minimize capital charge on average inventory B. Minimize shrinkage, breakage, and obsolescence of inventory C. Provide an adequate stock of pharmaceuticals and supplies D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Which of the following is an explanation for why a drug manufacturer would recall a particular drug product? A. Drug batch was contaminated B. Drug labeling is wrong C. Drug product was not packaged or produced properly D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Who is responsible for maintaining the inventory stock in the pharmacy? A. Certified pharmacy technician B. Pharmacist C. Pharmacy technician D. All pharmacy staff
D. All pharmacy staff
Which of the following drug classifications would not be included on automatic stop orders in a hospital? A. Antibiotics B. Anticoagulants C. Antihistamines D. Diabetic medications
D. Diabetic medications
Which of the following interpretations of the signa "ii gtt os bid" is correct? A. Instill 2 drops in right ear twice a day. B. Instill 2 drops in right eye twice a day. C. Instill 2 drops in left ear twice a day. D. Instill 2 drops in left eye twice a day.
D. Instill 2 drops in left eye twice a day.
What does the acronym PAR affect in the practice of pharmacy? A. Compounding B. Customer service C. Drug utilization evaluation D. Inventory management
D. Inventory management
Which of the following would require a potassium supplement? A. Aldactone B. Dyazide C. Dyrenium D. Lasix
D. Lasix
What is the generic name for Glucophage? A. Glimepiride B. Glipizide C. Glyburide D. Metformin
D. Metformin
Which of the following is not an example of a sound-alike, look-alike drug? A. Aciphex-Accupril B. Adderall-Inderal C. Alprazolam-lorazepam D. Metformin-methadone
D. Metformin-methadone
Which of the following medications is not indicated for osteoporosis? A. Actonel B. Evista C. Fosamax D. Naprosyn
D. Naprosyn
What is Microsoft Windows? A. Central processing unit B. Computer hardware C. Input device D. Operating system
D. Operating system
What does Medicare Part B cover? A. Hospice care B. Hospital care C. Nursing facility care D. Outpatient services
D. Outpatient services
Which of the following is not considered a scheduled medication, which includes maintenance doses that are administered in a standard, repeated cycle of frequency? A. BID B. Q4H C. QID D. PRN
D. PRN
What is the nonproprietary name for Deltasone? A. Lithium B. Methylprednisolone C. Prednisolone D. Prednisone
D. Prednisone
What should be done in preparing a prescription for etoposide? A. Flush the remaining contents down a sink or toilet. B. Wear protective clothing if you are allergic to etoposide. C. Place labels on the container so it has a professional appearance. D. Prepare it in a biological safety cabinet.
D. Prepare it in a biological safety cabinet.
Which of the following medications is contraindicated for an individual with hypertension? A. Diphenhydramine B. Ibuprofen C. Loperamide D. Pseudoephedrine
D. Pseudoephedrine
Which schedule contains medications that do not require a prescription? A. Schedule II B. Schedule III C. Schedule IV D. Schedule V
D. Schedule V
What does Syrup USP contain? A. Alcohol in water B. Oleaginous in water C. PEG in water D. Sucrose in water
D. Sucrose in water
Who initiated use of the "do not use" list? A. FDA B. ISMP C. MERP D. TJC
D. TJC
What does "U&C" mean when billing prescriptions? A. Unusual customer B. Unusual and customary C. Usual customer D. Usual and customary
D. Usual and customary
Which vitamin deficiency would result in rickets? A. Vitamin A B. Vitamin B1 C. Vitamin C D. Vitamin D
D. Vitamin D
Which of the following vitamins is measured in international units? A. Vitamin B1 B. Vitamin C C. Vitamin D D. Vitamin E
D. Vitamin E
Which of the following medications is not indicated to prevent a stroke? A. Aspirin B. Coumadin C. Plavix D. Zetia
D. Zetia
