NCCHC-CCHP Exam Study Guide questions
and answers (CCHP Exam Notes) A+ Grade
2026\2027
Pharmaceutical Operations
- correct answer -The facility complies with all applicable regulations.
-The facility maintains a formulary for clinicians
-Proecudes for the timely procurement, dispensing, distribution, accounting and disposal of
pharmaceuticals.
-Maintains records to ensure adequate control of all medications.
-Maintains maximum security storage of DEA controlled substances.
-Adequate method for notifying practitioners of the impending expiration of a drug order.
-Medications are kept under the control of appropriate staff.
-Inmates do not work with medications, except for KOP medications
-Drug storage and medication areas are devoid of outdated or recalled medications.
-A consulting pharmacist is used, not less than quarterly
-All meds are stored under proper conditions.
-An adequate and proper supply of antidotes are readily available to the staff
Medication Services
- correct answer -Prescription meds are administered or delivered to the patient only on the order of a
physician or other legally authorized individual.
-Responsible physician determines prescriptive practices
-Medications are prescribed only when clinically indicated.
-Inmates entering the facility on medication continue to receive the meds in a timely fashion.
, Clinic Space, Equipment, and Supplies
- correct answer -Exam and treatment rooms for are large enough to accommodate the necessary
equimpent, supplies and fixtures, and to permit privacy during clinical encounters.
-All medical equipment are available and checked regularly.
-There is adequate office space with administrative files, secure storage of health records, and writing
desks.
-Mental health services are provided in an area with private interview space for both individual and
group treatment, as well as desks, chairs, lockable file space, and relevant testing materials.
-When lab services are provided on site, the designated area is adequate to hold equipment and
records.
-Waiting areas have seats and access to drinking water and toilets.
-Weekly inventories are maintained on items subject to abuse.
-The facility has, at minimum, the following: hand washing facilities, exam tables, light for direct
illumination, scales, thermometers, blood pressure monitoring equipment, stethoscope,
ophthalmoscope, otoscope, transportation equipment, trash containers for biohazard and sharps,
equipment and supplies for pelvic exams for female inmates.
-Basic dental equipment: hand washing facilities, dental exam chair, exam light, sterilizer, instruments,
trash containers, a dentist's stool.
-Dental operatory equipment (if necessary): x-ray unit with developing capability, BP monitoring
equipment, oxygen.
Diagnostic Services
- correct answer 1. The RHA maintains documentation that on-site diagnostic services are certified or
licensed.
2. When the facility provides on-site diagnostic services, there is a procedure manual for each service,
including protocols for the calibration of testing devices to ensure accuracy.
3. Facilities with full-time health staff have multiple-test dipstick UA, finger-stick blood glucose tests,
peak flow meters, stool blood-testing material, and in pregnancy test kits (for female inmates).
Medical Diets
- correct answer -Orders for medical diets include the type of diet, the duration for which it is to be
provided, and special instructions.
-A registered or licensed dietitian reviews medical diets for nutritional adequacy at least every 6 months
and whenever a substantial change in the menu is made.
and answers (CCHP Exam Notes) A+ Grade
2026\2027
Pharmaceutical Operations
- correct answer -The facility complies with all applicable regulations.
-The facility maintains a formulary for clinicians
-Proecudes for the timely procurement, dispensing, distribution, accounting and disposal of
pharmaceuticals.
-Maintains records to ensure adequate control of all medications.
-Maintains maximum security storage of DEA controlled substances.
-Adequate method for notifying practitioners of the impending expiration of a drug order.
-Medications are kept under the control of appropriate staff.
-Inmates do not work with medications, except for KOP medications
-Drug storage and medication areas are devoid of outdated or recalled medications.
-A consulting pharmacist is used, not less than quarterly
-All meds are stored under proper conditions.
-An adequate and proper supply of antidotes are readily available to the staff
Medication Services
- correct answer -Prescription meds are administered or delivered to the patient only on the order of a
physician or other legally authorized individual.
-Responsible physician determines prescriptive practices
-Medications are prescribed only when clinically indicated.
-Inmates entering the facility on medication continue to receive the meds in a timely fashion.
, Clinic Space, Equipment, and Supplies
- correct answer -Exam and treatment rooms for are large enough to accommodate the necessary
equimpent, supplies and fixtures, and to permit privacy during clinical encounters.
-All medical equipment are available and checked regularly.
-There is adequate office space with administrative files, secure storage of health records, and writing
desks.
-Mental health services are provided in an area with private interview space for both individual and
group treatment, as well as desks, chairs, lockable file space, and relevant testing materials.
-When lab services are provided on site, the designated area is adequate to hold equipment and
records.
-Waiting areas have seats and access to drinking water and toilets.
-Weekly inventories are maintained on items subject to abuse.
-The facility has, at minimum, the following: hand washing facilities, exam tables, light for direct
illumination, scales, thermometers, blood pressure monitoring equipment, stethoscope,
ophthalmoscope, otoscope, transportation equipment, trash containers for biohazard and sharps,
equipment and supplies for pelvic exams for female inmates.
-Basic dental equipment: hand washing facilities, dental exam chair, exam light, sterilizer, instruments,
trash containers, a dentist's stool.
-Dental operatory equipment (if necessary): x-ray unit with developing capability, BP monitoring
equipment, oxygen.
Diagnostic Services
- correct answer 1. The RHA maintains documentation that on-site diagnostic services are certified or
licensed.
2. When the facility provides on-site diagnostic services, there is a procedure manual for each service,
including protocols for the calibration of testing devices to ensure accuracy.
3. Facilities with full-time health staff have multiple-test dipstick UA, finger-stick blood glucose tests,
peak flow meters, stool blood-testing material, and in pregnancy test kits (for female inmates).
Medical Diets
- correct answer -Orders for medical diets include the type of diet, the duration for which it is to be
provided, and special instructions.
-A registered or licensed dietitian reviews medical diets for nutritional adequacy at least every 6 months
and whenever a substantial change in the menu is made.
